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EPISODE · Mar 26, 2025 · 15 MIN

18. The Mindset Shift That Breaks The People Pleasing Cycle

from Who Do You Think You Are Talking To Podcast · host Jenny Maxwell

Are you tired of saying yes when you want to say no? This episode reveals the powerful mindset shift that breaks the cycle of people pleasing, so you can reclaim your energy, your voice, and your life. So many of us were taught - often without even realizing it - that our worth was tied to how helpful, agreeable, or accommodating we were. In this episode, I open up about my own journey from chronic fixer and controller to empowered coach and communicator. Plus, I share the story of a client who turned his fear of being alone into the foundation for a thriving business, a loving relationship, and a life rooted in confidence and self-respect. In this episode, we dive into: Why people pleasing starts way earlier than you think - and what you can do about it How childhood survival strategies become adult habits that leave you drained The hidden ways we numb out (it's not just food or Netflix!) What it really takes to stop over-giving, over-controlling, and self-abandoning The exact question to ask yourself in the moment when you're about to say "yes" (when you really mean "no") A small, powerful action step that can shift your habits starting today This episode is for anyone who's exhausted from trying to be everything to everyone, and ready to come home to themselves. If you've ever felt like you're stuck in a loop of proving, pleasing, and second-guessing, this conversation will remind you that you can change. Not by being perfect, but by getting curious, hitting pause, and choosing differently - one moment at a time. Ready to take the next step? Join my mailing list and get free weekly coaching straight to your inbox. Every email is filled with real-life tools, insights, and action steps to help you communicate more confidently and show up as the most powerful version of yourself. Subscribe here!

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