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What is an Inner Critic? authenticity people pleasing self-improvement self-worth Aug 31, 2024

The inner critic—those persistent, nagging thoughts that tell you "you're not good enough," "this is all your fault," or "you’ll never succeed"—isn’t a voice you were born with. Instead, it develops over time, often rooted in the experiences and environments we grow up in....

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Crush Your Inner Critic and Build Self-Trust authenticity emotional health people pleasing self-improvement self-worth Aug 29, 2024

Do you ever find yourself doubting your decisions, second-guessing your abilities, or feeling like you just aren’t good enough? Many people struggle with self-trust, and a powerful inner critic often lies at the root of this struggle. Rather than helping you improve, this internal voice can...

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4 Strategies for Better Emotion Regulation authenticity emotional health people pleasing people-pleasers self-improvement Aug 21, 2024

Understanding Emotion Regulation: A Guide to Healthier Emotional Responses

Emotion regulation is managing and responding to emotional experiences healthily and effectively. It’s not about changing how you feel but how you respond to those feelings. This involves understanding your emotions,...

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Being Nice or People-Pleasing? authenticity people pleasing people-pleasers self-improvement Jul 28, 2024

Being nice and helping others should result in better relationships.

However, did you know that being overly nice or too helpful can disconnect you from those you want to be close to?

I'm not suggesting that you stop being kind, but if you find yourself constantly putting others' needs above...

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How to Be Authentic Without Making a Fool of Yourself authenticity people pleasing people-pleasers self-improvement self-worth Jul 17, 2024

Getting caught up in trying to be who others want you to be is easy. But deep down, being genuine is how to feel truly fulfilled. I want to share some insights on what it means to live authentically, overcome challenges, and take real steps just to be you while staying true to your core beliefs.

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7 Signs You're a People-Pleaser authenticity people pleasing people-pleasers self-improvement self-worth Jul 10, 2024

 

As a psychologist, I often work with clients struggling in their relationships because of their habits of people-pleasing. This behavior, while well-intentioned, can actually do more harm than good in your relationships and personal well-being. 

Most people I work with didn't...

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