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| | | | For most of my life, I was a people pleaser. As time went on, I realized just how detrimental this tendency was to my well-being and how frequently I dismissed my own needs for the sake of meeting someone else's. Not anymore! Speaking up, saying no, etc., can be challenging. It will likely be a long-term practice. But I believe the pros of putting myself first (while still being kind to others) far outweigh the cons. | | Today, let's discuss how to tell if you're a people pleaser, how this tendency may negatively affect you, and tips to break the habit. | | | | Take care of yourself,
Morgan Mandriota
Newsletter Editor, Healthline | | | | |
| |  | | Written by Morgan Mandriota
December 18, 2024 • 3 min read | | | | | | | |
| |  | | | How to stop people pleasing — and why you may want to | | Kicking people-pleasing tendencies starts with understanding what they are. Here are some telltale signs: | - It's hard for you to say "no."
- You need others to like you.
- You apologize or accept fault when you aren't to blame.
- You express agreement, even when you disagree.
- You're afraid of rejection.
| | It's important to note that acting selflessly — being a giver, helping others, and going out of your way to be kind — is not the same as people-pleasing. People pleasing is when you neglect your own needs, feelings, and health in order to get someone to like or approve of you. After a while, you might find that these habits lead to stress, burnout, resentment toward friends and family, and being taken advantage of. | | Take it from me, it's possible to break the people-pleasing habit — and still be kind, generous, and supportive! These tips can help you get started: | - Learn to set boundaries.
- Practice getting comfortable with being disliked.
- Wait until you're asked to offer help.
- Speak up when something is bothering you.
- Talk with a therapist.
| | People pleasing may be especially relevant during the holiday season. You might feel obligated to say "yes" to everyone and everything at the cost of your well-being. To protect your peace, you might consider saying "no" to events to give yourself the chance to rest or not being afraid to ask for help if you're hosting a party. | | | | | | | | | | Let it grow | | | | Sponsored by | | | | | | | |  | | Hims Minoxidil for Men | | Topical minoxidil is a popular hair loss treatment approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Hims offers an extra-strength version that you can apply to your head twice a day to try and stimulate hair growth. Keep in mind that minoxidil can potentially lead to an itchy, dry, scaly, irritated, or burning scalp, so be sure to consult your doctor before using it. | | | Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Store's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Store are owned by RVO Health. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | Thanks for reading! Have you overcome any people-pleasing tendencies? If so, how did the change make you feel? Share your experience with us at wellnesswire@healthline.com. (Your name and response may be featured in an upcoming newsletter.) | | | | | | |
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