Why You Can’t Say No Even When You Want To: Healing the Fawn Response and People-Pleasing Patterns

Picture this scenario: Someone asks you for a favor. Inside, every fiber of your being screams “NO!” – you’re overwhelmed, stretched thin, and desperately need time for yourself. But somehow, what comes out is “Of course! I’d be happy to help!” Sound familiar? If you’ve ever wondered why the word “no” feels absolutely impossible to […]