170: Saying NO to People Pleasing and Establishing Effective Boundaries w/ Amy Smith

What we're talking about in this episode! How to kick people-pleasing to the curb and just say no to what isn’t serving you Why you should stop putting everyone else’s needs in front of your own Tips for establishing boundaries, making yourself happy and finding fulfillment  The three phases of setting boundaries and how to enforce those that you set How to silence your inner critic and own the boundaries that are okay with you   Episode Summary:  Have you ever set boundaries for yourself and your health, only to have someone close to you undermine those boundaries? Setting boundaries around your health choices and enforcing them can be difficult, which is why I have brought boundary expert Amy Smith on the show today.  Amy has helped thousands of people create boundaries that serve everyone involved, and is a pro in the art of boundary enforcement and setting clear intentions. A certified confidence coach, masterful speaker, and personal empowerment expert, today Amy is here to provide you with actionable tools so that you can stop your cycle of people-pleasing.  Instead of putting up with your discomfort and shutting your mouth to make others more comfortable, Amy wants to provide you the tools to handle uncomfortable conversations with grace and ease. If you are struggling with your self-worth, it could be a result of your decision to please others over yourself. With Amy’s guidance, you can take the easy and simple steps necessary to create boundaries and foster the respect from others that you deserve.  If you have been going through life people-pleasing, over-explaining or minimizing your needs for the sake of others, it will take some practice to change your learned habits. However, boundary setting can help you stop comprising your happiness and start prioritizing you. With Amy’s tips, you can create the superwoman confidence that you desire, and who doesn’t want that?  Resources Mentioned: The Joy Junkie Website The Joy Junkie Podcast Follow Amy on Instagram   Other Resources: Check out the full show notes page Keep up with everything Dr. Mariza Follow Dr. Mariza on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube