The Hardcore Therapist 113.5- Who Are You When You’re Not Performing or Pleasing Others?

Send us Fan Mail If that question hits a nerve, this episode is for you.In this powerful, science-backed episode of The Hardcore Therapist,I breaks down why so many of us become people-pleasers — from attachment to nervous system conditioning to psychological theories like the Sociometer Theory, Self-Determination Theory, and self-silencing research.You’ll learn:  The neuroscience and psychology behind people-pleasing How chronic performing disconnects you from your authentic self ACT-, CBT-, and IFS-informed strategies to break the cycle  Boundary scripts, micro-no’s, and behavioral experiments A 2-minute guided practice to help you reconnect with your valuesIf you’ve ever felt like your worth depends on staying likable, agreeable, or accommodating, this episode will help you reclaim your identity — without guilt, without shame, and without performing.Listen now and start becoming the version of yourself you actually recognize.Support the show