Welcome back to Growth: The Relationship Recovery Toolkit. Join Laura and Matt in looking at the issue of people pleasing, discussing its origins, impact, and strategies for change.

Whether you're a self-confessed people pleaser or just looking to improve your assertiveness in relationships, this episode has something for you.

• Understand what drives people-pleasing behaviours and their effects on personal and professional relationships.
• Discover practical quick wins and long-term strategies to curb people pleasing and promote self-assertion.
• Learn how to establish and maintain healthy boundaries to improve self-esteem and relationship dynamics.

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Designed by experienced therapists, the Back on Track programme offers couples enhanced communication techniques, deeper intimacy, and solutions to unresolved blocks in their relationship. Unlock the secrets to a healthier, more fulfilling partnership.

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This episode not only sheds light on why we people please but also equips you with the tools to assert your own needs effectively. It's packed with actionable advice, backed by professional insights from our therapy practices, making it a must-listen for anyone looking to enhance their interpersonal relationships and boost their self-worth.

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Chapters: 00:00 - Intro & Origins of People Pleasing

03:34 - Common Traits of People Pleasers

08:38 - Impact of People Pleasing

10:08 - Effects on Relationships

14:37 - Back on Track Programme

17:09 - Quick Wins to Stop People Pleasing

23:41 - Long Term Strategies for Overcoming People Pleasing

26:31 - Reflective Tools for Self-Discovery

28:39 - Building Self-Esteem

35:09 - Setting Boundaries

37:35 - It’s Not Mean to Say No

38:26 - Recap and Thank You

Thank you for tuning in, and we hope you find the courage to start setting boundaries and prioritising your needs as you journey towards recovery from people pleasing!