Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson

Bold Beautiful Borderline

Sara Abbott, MSW, LCSW, LICSW

  • Fuck People Pleasing

Fuck People Pleasing

Sunday 10th November 2024

Dive into the complexities of people pleasing with Laurie and Sara as they explore its impact on mental health and offer insights on reclaiming self-worth.
26 minutes
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Honest
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Compassionate

About this podcast

Bold Beautiful Borderline
Author:
Sara Amundson & Laurie Edmundson
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Categories:
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Sobriety Toolkit
Healing Relationships
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Breaking Free from People Pleasing

Episode Overview

  • People pleasing is often a trauma response.
  • It can erode self-esteem and lead to burnout.
  • Women are more likely to engage in people pleasing due to societal pressures.
  • Setting boundaries is crucial to overcoming people pleasing.
  • Authentic relationships suffer when we constantly put others first.
Stop making yourself small so that other people can be big
Ever felt like you're always bending over backwards to make others happy, even at your own expense? In this episode of the Bold Beautiful Borderline podcast, hosts Laurie Edmundson and Sara Amundson tackle the all-too-common issue of people pleasing. With their signature blend of raw honesty and humour, they dive into what it means to constantly put others first and the toll it takes on mental health, especially for those living with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).
Sara opens up about her own struggles with people pleasing, sharing personal stories that highlight how this behaviour is often a trauma response. From family dynamics to social anxiety, she covers it all, making you reflect on your own experiences. The episode also touches on the societal pressures that make people pleasing more prevalent in women and how it can erode self-esteem, lead to burnout, and create inauthentic relationships.
Sara doesn't shy away from the tough stuff, but she also offers hope by hinting at future discussions on setting boundaries and breaking free from these harmful patterns. Whether you're someone who struggles with people pleasing or you're just curious about the topic, this episode is a must-listen. It’s a powerful reminder that taking care of yourself isn't selfish—it's necessary. So, are you ready to say 'no' more often and reclaim your time and energy?