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EPISODE · Oct 6, 2025 · 38 MIN

What if the real me isn’t enough for people? | How to overcome people pleasing with God

from The Christian Women's Journey to Healing & Identity in Christ | Faith-Based Emotional Healing · host Melissa Chan, PhD | Christian Emotional Healing Coach

Send a textThe Real Truth About People PleasingMost people think people pleasing is just about being “too nice” or not wanting to disappoint others, but the truth runs much deeper. For many of us, people pleasing is actually a trauma response - what we psychologists call fawning. It’s how we learned to survive unsafe environments, and it often shows up in ways we don’t even recognize.In this episode, I share:The deeper reasons behind people pleasing that go beyond what you might expectThe barriers and fears that keep us stuck in these patterns (and what you might feel when you start saying no)Tangible ways to begin overcoming people pleasing with God’s help, so you can walk in true freedomIf you’ve ever felt guilty for setting boundaries, terrified of rejection, or unsure who you are apart from meeting others’ needs, this conversation's for you.🎙️ Subscribe to the podcast so you don’t miss future episodes. 🎁 Sign up for my FREE mini-course on how to process your emotions God's way - without shutting down or spiraling. 📞 Book a FREE discovery call to explore 1:1 coaching with me! 📧 Join my weekly newsletter "Holy Unraveling" for Christian emotional healing encouragement in your inbox. ▶️ Follow me on Instagram @melchanity and Youtube @melissachancoaching for more encouragement and resources.

Send a text The Real Truth About People Pleasing Most people think people pleasing is just about being “too nice” or not wanting to disappoint others, but the truth runs much deeper. For many of us, people pleasing is actually a trauma response - what we psychologists call fawning. It’s how we learned to survive unsafe environments, and it often shows up in ways we don’t even recognize. In this episode, I share: The deeper reasons behind people pleasing that go beyond what you might expectThe...

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