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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2026 · 9 MIN

203: Are You Keeping the Peace or Avoiding Conflict? A Guide for Highly Sensitive People

from Inner Work With MaryAnn Walker: Helping over givers to stop abandoning themselves and find lasting peace · host MaryAnn Walker

Send us Fan MailProtecting Your Peace or Avoiding Discomfort?Many highly sensitive people and recovering people pleasers believe they’re protecting their peace when they stay quiet, accommodate others, or avoid difficult conversations. But sometimes what looks like “keeping the peace” is actually avoiding discomfort in the moment—and that short-term relief can create bigger problems later.If you’ve ever stayed quiet to avoid conflict or said yes when you really wanted to say no, this episode will help you rethink what true peace in relationships actually looks like—and how to start creating it.Work With MeIf boundary setting makes you uncomfortable, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common challenges for highly sensitive people and recovering people pleasers.That’s why I created a free mini webinar on boundary setting to help you communicate your needs with more confidence and less drama.As an added bonus, you’ll also receive direct links to all of my favorite podcast episodes on boundaries to deepen your understanding. FREEBIE: Are you ready to state boundaries without fear and anxiety? Click now to get my FREE boundary setting master class! https://maryannwalker-life.kit.com/ef2bbf6158

Send us Fan Mail Protecting Your Peace or Avoiding Discomfort? Many highly sensitive people and recovering people pleasers believe they’re protecting their peace when they stay quiet, accommodate others, or avoid difficult conversations. But sometimes what looks like “keeping the peace” is actually avoiding discomfort in the moment—and that short-term relief can create bigger problems later. If you’ve ever stayed quiet to avoid conflict or said yes when you really wanted to say no, this episo...

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