#9: How to Break Free from People-Pleasing with Anna Stewart

Are you constantly saying “yes” when you really mean “no”? Do you struggle with setting boundaries and prioritizing yourself? If so, you’re not alone. In this episode of The Ready Enough Podcast, I sit down with Anna Stewart, a Board Certified Coach who helps recovering people-pleasers break free from self-sacrifice and step into their authentic power.Anna shares her personal journey as a teen parent who struggled with confidence, approval-seeking, and burnout. Through years of experience, training, and coaching, she developed the ABCs of Authenticity—Alignment, Boundaries, and Conflict Management—a framework that helps individuals and leaders set clear boundaries, communicate effectively, and design a life that aligns with their true values.In this episode, we cover:✅ The hidden cost of people-pleasing (and why it’s NOT kindness)✅ How to set boundaries without feeling guilty✅ The difference between being nice vs. kind—and why it matters✅ Why conflict isn’t bad (and how to handle it with confidence)✅ How to stop tying your self-worth to external validationIf you’re ready to break free from people-pleasing and start living life on YOUR terms, this episode is packed with insights and actionable tips to help you take the first step.Resources & Connect with Anna:💡 Follow Anna on Instagram: @Anna.Stewart16🌐 Visit Anna’s website: AnnaStewart.netJoin the Conversation:Loved this post? Share it on social media, tag @Lauren.Beane, and use the hashtag #ReadyEnough to spread the word!Subscribe & Review:If this inspired you, don’t forget to subscribe toThe Ready Enough Podcast, leave a review, and share it with a friend. Your support helps us inspire more ambitious women like you!