If you’re the one who’s always keeping the peace, smoothing things over, and carrying a hidden weight you can’t quite name, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to stop being everyone’s emotional manager and finally put down the load you were never meant to carry. In this episode, you’ll hear: The 10 signs you’re taking on responsibility that isn’t yoursHow people-pleasing turns into emotional over-functioningWhat to do to reclaim your peace without guiltFree Resources: Boundaries Bl...
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If you’re the one who’s always keeping the peace, smoothing things over, and carrying a hidden weight you can’t quite name, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to stop being everyone’s emotional manager and finally put down the load you were never meant to carry. In this episode, you’ll hear: The 10 signs you’re taking on responsibility that isn’t yoursHow people-pleasing turns into emotional over-functioningWhat to do to reclaim your peace without guiltFree Resources: Boundaries Bl...
65. People Pleasing Is a Trap and ‘Sorry’ Is the Bait; What to Say Instead of Apologizing
Mastering Midlife with Heidi
20 minutes
7 months ago
65. People Pleasing Is a Trap and ‘Sorry’ Is the Bait; What to Say Instead of Apologizing
What if saying “sorry” isn’t kindness — but self-doubt in disguise? And what if the key to less doubt and more respect is simply choosing a new way to speak? In this episode, I'm showing you why "sorry" isn't creating the connection you think it is—and why it's actually making things worse. Here's what you'll learn: Why apologizing when you've done nothing wrong destroys your confidenceHow saying "sorry" is a trap to avoid feeling guiltyWhy over-apologizing pushes people away instead of...
Mastering Midlife with Heidi
If you’re the one who’s always keeping the peace, smoothing things over, and carrying a hidden weight you can’t quite name, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to stop being everyone’s emotional manager and finally put down the load you were never meant to carry. In this episode, you’ll hear: The 10 signs you’re taking on responsibility that isn’t yoursHow people-pleasing turns into emotional over-functioningWhat to do to reclaim your peace without guiltFree Resources: Boundaries Bl...
