Breaking Free from People-Pleasing: Hailey Magee's Guide to Self-Empowerment
Episode Overview
Explore the roots of people-pleasing behaviour and its impact on relationships and self-worth Learn about the importance of self-compassion and personal accountability in healing from childhood trauma Gain insights into navigating social media challenges while prioritising personal growth Discover valuable tips for breaking the people-pleasing pattern and fostering healthy relationships Reflect on the power of vulnerability and authenticity in the journey of self-discovery and recovery
People pleasing is dishonest and creates the wrong foundation for a meaningful relationship that most adult children really want deep down inside.
Ever felt like you're always bending over backwards to make others happy? In this episode of 'Adult Child', Andrea chats with certified life coach Hailey Magee, who specializes in helping people stop people-pleasing and reclaim their power. Hailey's upcoming book, 'Stop People Pleasing And Find Your Power', offers a fresh take on setting boundaries, advocating for yourself, and using research-backed strategies for lasting change.
They discuss how having needs doesn't make you needy, and why it's okay if others can't meet them – that's their issue, not yours. Hailey also tackles common myths about people-pleasing that might be holding you back from healing. She explains how emotional parentification can mess with your adult relationships and even shows up in your sex life. Plus, there's an eye-opening chat about how social media can fuel a victim mentality.
Whether you're struggling with people-pleasing yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with insights and practical advice to help you on your journey to self-discovery and empowerment.