Most of how our lives unfold is determined by the actions we take. For people pleasers, their nightmares are often created by the actions they don’t take. So, if action is the simple answer, then why is people pleasing still being practiced today? Because most of our decision-making is determined by the urges we possess. If you identify as a people pleaser, you may have grown up in a household where conflict drove most of your decisions. As a result, you’ve developed a strong urge to relieve others’ discomfort around you, even if it often places you in a position of discomfort. So, how can we break free from these self-destructive habits? Psych2Go shares with you 7 ways that can help you stop being people pleaser:
1. Express your individuality.
Your parents may not have been the most supportive people in regards to nourishing your individuality, but there are people out there who do respect your opinions for what they are, regardless if they agree or disagree. Pretending that you agree with others’ opinions just to fit in only goes so far. After a while, it can be stifling or boring when you don’t surround yourself with …
