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EPISODE · Mar 6, 2026 · 14 MIN

How to Stop People Pleasing | Why You Feel Responsible for Everyone’s Emotions

from The Soul Searching Podcast · host Sadie Sawvell

People pleasing can leave you feeling emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed, and constantly trying to keep everyone else happy.In this episode, we talk about why people pleasing happens, where this pattern often begins, and how it can quietly shape your decisions, relationships, and sense of self.You’ll learn why so many people struggle with saying no, setting boundaries, and feeling responsible for other people’s emotions.We also talk about how to stop people pleasing, how to begin setting healthier boundaries, and what healing this pattern actually looks like.If you’ve ever found yourself avoiding conflict, overcommitting to things you don’t want to do, or putting everyone else’s needs before your own, this conversation will help you understand why.Healing people pleasing doesn’t mean becoming selfish.It means learning how to care about others without abandoning yourself.

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