Ep 227: The Skill Nobody Ever Taught You: Disappointing People

Leave a text or voice message so we can respondHave you spent your life trying to keep everyone happy? Do you feel guilty setting boundaries, saying no, or making decisions that someone else might not like?In this episode of the Be A Better You Podcast, Allison explores why disappointing people feels so terrifying after emotional abuse, toxic relationships, people-pleasing, and chronic self-abandonment. You'll learn why someone else's disappointment doesn't mean you've done something wrong, how emotional abuse trains your nervous system to fear conflict, and why reclaiming your own authority is one of the most important steps in healing.Through a personal story about setting boundaries in a long-term friendship and business relationship, Allison shares how choosing herself ultimately led to freedom, even though it meant disappointing someone she cared about. She also explains the difference between hurting someone and disappointing someone, why living in alignment with your values matters more than meeting everyone else's expectations, and how saying "no" can help you discover your purpose and build healthier relationships.If you've ever struggled with guilt, people-pleasing, codependency, boundary setting, or the fear of letting others down, this episode will help you see disappointment in a completely new way.In this episode, you'll learn:Why disappointing people feels unsafe after emotional abuseThe difference between rebelling against someone and disappointing someoneHow to stop people-pleasing without feeling guiltyWhy healthy boundaries often disappoint othersHow to reclaim your own authority and live more authenticallyWhy someone else's expectations are not your responsibilityIf you're ready to stop living for everyone else and start trusting yourself, this episode is for you. Set up your Free Call Today! Support the showReady to stop overthinking your past relationship and start feeling like yourself again?Visit www.radiatenrise.com and explore coaching programs, self-paced courses, resources, and tools designed to help you break free from emotional abuse, rumination, and self-doubt.✍🏻 Wanna Talk? Set up a for a FREE Call and discover what's really keeping you stuck, along with the next steps to help you move forward.https://www.radiatenrise.com/application-form📧 Questions? Email: [email protected]💬 Come say hi on Instagram or Facebook:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonkdagney/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allisonkdagney/Formerly The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast