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EPISODE · Feb 28, 2026 · 1H 8M

#264: How to Stop Being a People Pleaser - Dr. Alana Greko

from Move Your Mind with Nick Bracks

Do you say yes when you want to say no, then wonder why you feel exhausted? In this episode I talk with Dr. Alana Greco about why people-pleasing forms, how it quietly erodes self-worth, and how to stop the cycle.We trace the pattern back to childhood survival, discuss the four types of boundaries most people miss, and walk through the self-compassion shift that helps change behaviour.This episode will change your life by changing how you deal with people pleasing. Dr. Alana Greco is a clinical psychologist helping people build self-worth, set boundaries, and overcome people-pleasing and perfectionism.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(02:15) Why people-pleasing starts(05:40) Childhood roots and survival patterns(09:10) Recognizing the cycle(12:45) Setting and understanding boundaries(16:30) The four types of boundaries(20:05) Self-compassion and the BRAVE framework(25:20) Rebuilding self-worth(30:10) How to handle negative reactions when you change(35:40) Linking self-worth to purpose(41:00) Comparison, validation and social media(47:25) Living in alignment with your values(53:00) Instant gratification and dopamine(58:15) Redefining success(01:04:40) Purpose and growth(01:10:50) Self-care as self-respect(01:15:30) Final reflections and closing questionsGet the FREE Move Your Mind Masterclass here:go.nickbracks.com/moveyourmindAccess FREE Move Your Mind training here:https://go.moveyourmind.io/trainingConnect with Nick:Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracksWebsite: http://nickbracks.comEmail: [email protected] with Alana:Website: https://inspiringgrowthpsychology.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you say yes when you want to say no, then wonder why you feel exhausted? In this episode I talk with Dr. Alana Greco about why people-pleasing forms, how it quietly erodes self-worth, and how to stop the cycle.We trace the pattern back to childhood survival, discuss the four types of boundaries most people miss, and walk through the self-compassion shift that helps change behaviour.This episode will change your life by changing how you deal with people pleasing. Dr. Alana Greco is a clinical psychologist helping people build self-worth, set boundaries, and overcome people-pleasing and perfectionism.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(02:15) Why people-pleasing starts(05:40) Childhood roots and survival patterns(09:10) Recognizing the cycle(12:45) Setting and understanding boundaries(16:30) The four types of boundaries(20:05) Self-compassion and the BRAVE framework(25:20) Rebuilding self-worth(30:10) How to handle negative reactions when you change(35:40) Linking self-worth to purpose(41:00) Comparison, validation and social media(47:25) Living in alignment with your values(53:00) Instant gratification and dopamine(58:15) Redefining success(01:04:40) Purpose and growth(01:10:50) Self-care as self-respect(01:15:30) Final reflections and closing questionsGet the FREE Move Your Mind Masterclass here:go.nickbracks.com/moveyourmindAccess FREE Move Your Mind training here:https://go.moveyourmind.io/trainingConnect with Nick:Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracksWebsite: http://nickbracks.comEmail: [email protected] with Alana:Website: https://inspiringgrowthpsychology.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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