EPISODE · Apr 15, 2026 · 10 MIN
When Responsibility Becomes Too Much | Boundaries and Taking on Too Much with Jenny Field ep 128
from Self-Belief Podcast · host Jenny Field
In this episode, Jenny explores what happens when responsibility stops being healthy and starts becoming too much. She gently unpacks over-responsibility, people pleasing, and boundaries, helping listeners notice when they are carrying things that were never really theirs to hold. This episode offers a calm, honest reminder that being reliable does not mean taking on everything.Hidden pressureCarrying too muchLearned responsibilityQuiet boundariesLetting goIn this episode I will cover the following questions:Why do I feel responsible for everythingHow do I stop taking on other people’s problemsWhat is over-responsibilityWhy do I always try to fix everythingWhy does saying no feel selfishHow do boundaries help with people pleasingWhy do I feel guilty when I stop helpingHow do I know what is my responsibilityWhy do I carry other people’s emotionsHow do I stop overthinking other people’s moodsWhat are signs of weak boundariesWhy do I feel like everything is my faultHow do childhood patterns affect adult boundariesHow do I stop being the one who fixes everythingCan being responsible become unhealthy💜 Something special is coming to you! Just Being You Live Experiment,If you’ve ever bought a book, started it, and then found the words didn’t quite land or stick, you’re not alone. Sometimes it’s not about reading more, it’s about how you take things in and what you do with it afterwards.Jenny has created a small, supportive space called The Just Being You Live Experiment, where she reads chapters from her book “Just Being You: Because Self-Belief Shifts Everything” out loud and guides you to gently reflect and respond to what comes up. No pressure, no homework, just a chance to truly hear it, feel it, and let it land.If you’re ready to stop just reading and start noticing real change, you can find more details here Connect with Jenny: Book a free call with JennyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/justbeingmelearningtolovemyselfInstagram: https://instagram.com/jens_just_being_me?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrPodcast Credits: Jingle by Carol Barwick: www.raise4all.comPodcast Management by Aisling, Certified Podcast Growth Coach, Podcast Success Hub Done-for-you podcast launch and management support for coaches, mentors, and service providers. https://linktr.ee/Podcast_Success_HubWant support launching your own podcast? Join my free Facebook group:→ www.facebook.com/groups/launchgrowyourpodcast/📲 Connect with me: https://www.facebook.com/podcastsuccesshubKey TakeawaysSubscribe here now so you don’t miss an episode!
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In this episode, Jenny explores what happens when responsibility stops being healthy and starts becoming too much. She gently unpacks over-responsibility, people pleasing, and boundaries, helping listeners notice when they are carrying things that were never really theirs to hold. This episode offers a calm, honest reminder that being reliable does not mean taking on everything.Hidden pressureCarrying too muchLearned responsibilityQuiet boundariesLetting goIn this episode I will cover the following questions:Why do I feel responsible for everythingHow do I stop taking on other people’s problemsWhat is over-responsibilityWhy do I always try to fix everythingWhy does saying no feel selfishHow do boundaries help with people pleasingWhy do I feel guilty when I stop helpingHow do I know what is my responsibilityWhy do I carry other people’s emotionsHow do I stop overthinking other people’s moodsWhat are signs of weak boundariesWhy do I feel like everything is my faultHow do childhood patterns affect adult boundariesHow do I stop being the one who fixes everythingCan being responsible become unhealthy💜 Something special is coming to you! Just Being You Live Experiment,If you’ve ever bought a book, started it, and then found the words didn’t quite land or stick, you’re not alone. Sometimes it’s not about reading more, it’s about how you take things in and what you do with it afterwards.Jenny has created a small, supportive space called The Just Being You Live Experiment, where she reads chapters from her book “Just Being You: Because Self-Belief Shifts Everything” out loud and guides you to gently reflect and respond to what comes up. No pressure, no homework, just a chance to truly hear it, feel it, and let it land.If you’re ready to stop just reading and start noticing real change, you can find more details here Connect with Jenny: Book a free call with JennyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/justbeingmelearningtolovemyselfInstagram: https://instagram.com/jens_just_being_me?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrPodcast Credits: Jingle by Carol Barwick: www.raise4all.comPodcast Management by Aisling, Certified Podcast Growth Coach, Podcast Success Hub Done-for-you podcast launch and management support for coaches, mentors, and service providers. https://linktr.ee/Podcast_Success_HubWant support launching your own podcast? Join my free Facebook group:→ www.facebook.com/groups/launchgrowyourpodcast/📲 Connect with me: https://www.facebook.com/podcastsuccesshubKey TakeawaysSubscribe here now so you don’t miss an episode!
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