18. People only like me when I'm pleasing them

Overcoming "People Only Like Me When I'm Pleasing Them"

In this insightful episode of Pocket Coaching, Karin delves into the limiting belief that "people only like me when I'm pleasing them." Drawing from her own experience as a recovering people pleaser, Karin discusses how this mindset can drain your energy and prevent you from forming authentic, balanced relationships.

**Key Points:**

- **Common Limiting Belief:** The notion that you must please others to be liked can lead to emotional exhaustion and resentment.

- **Authentic Relationships:** True relationships are built on mutual respect and honesty, not on constantly trying to please others.

- **Energy Flow:** Where your mind goes, your energy flows. Focusing on pleasing others can lead to mental and emotional fatigue.

- **Control:** You can't control how others feel or react; you can only control your own actions and reactions.

- **Healthy Boundaries:** Setting and maintaining healthy boundaries is crucial for emotional well-being and creating fulfilling relationships.

- **Resilient Routine:** Adopting resilient routines helps in setting boundaries, communicating needs clearly, and engaging in reciprocal relationships.

Karin emphasizes the importance of challenging and reframing limiting beliefs, recognizing your own worth, and finding balance in giving and self-care.

Remember! You've got this and you are never alone! xoxo