EPISODE · Dec 15, 2025 · 12 MIN
05 | Enough People Pleasing Already! 3 Tips to Set Healthy Boundaries In Relationships
from Confidence After Narcissistic Abuse | Covert Narcissist, Discernment, Boundaries, Healing, Self Worth · host Tekyia Nisheka | Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach
Do you say “yes” when everything in you is begging to say “no”? Do you feel guilty for having needs, limits, or preferences? Do you feel responsible for keeping everyone comfortable even when it hurts you? Do boundaries feel scary because you’re used to keeping the peace at your own expense? In this episode, I’m breaking down why people pleasing is not your personality; it’s a trauma response. You’ll learn why boundaries feel terrifying after narcissistic abuse, how your nervous system learned to equate “no” with danger, and three practical boundary tools you can start using right away. If you’ve ever felt guilty, selfish, or scared for protecting your peace, this episode will help you understand yourself with more compassion and finally take your power back. Podcast → https://confidenceafternarcissisticabuse.podbean.com/ Connect → Narcissism Unmasked Community → Become An Insider → Book A Coaching Call Resources → Unshackled: Breaking Free From Unforgiveness Email → [email protected] Next Steps: Step 1: Join a supportive community of women who are ready to heal from narcissistic abuse in the free Narcissism Unmasked Community Step 2: Share this episode with another woman who needs to hear this truth. Step 3: Leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts (or Podbean)— it helps other survivors find this podcast when they need it most.
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Do you say “yes” when everything in you is begging to say “no”? Do you feel guilty for having needs, limits, or preferences? Do you feel responsible for keeping everyone comfortable even when it hurts you? Do boundaries feel scary because you’re used to keeping the peace at your own expense? In this episode, I’m breaking down why people pleasing is not your personality; it’s a trauma response. You’ll learn why boundaries feel terrifying after narcissistic abuse, how your nervous system learned to equate “no” with danger, and three practical boundary tools you can start using right away. If you’ve ever felt guilty, selfish, or scared for protecting your peace, this episode will help you understand yourself with more compassion and finally take your power back. Podcast → https://confidenceafternarcissisticabuse.podbean.com/ Connect → Narcissism Unmasked Community → Become An Insider → Book A Coaching Call Resources → Unshackled: Breaking Free From Unforgiveness Email → [email protected] Next Steps: Step 1: Join a supportive community of women who are ready to heal from narcissistic abuse in the free Narcissism Unmasked Community Step 2: Share this episode with another woman who needs to hear this truth. Step 3: Leave a quick review on Apple Podcasts (or Podbean)— it helps other survivors find this podcast when they need it most.
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05 | Enough People Pleasing Already! 3 Tips to Set Healthy Boundaries In Relationships
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