Understanding People-Pleasing: The Hidden Psychology Behind Approval Addiction
By Abi Beri, Integrative Holistic Therapist What Is People-Pleasing Really? People-pleasing goes far beyond being considerate or helpful. It’s a compulsive behavioral pattern where your sense of safety and self-worth becomes entirely dependent on others’ approval. Unlike healthy accommodation, people-pleasing involves systematically abandoning your authentic needs, desires, and boundaries to avoid conflict or potential rejection. […]
Calming Your Overwhelmed Nervous System: A Somatic Approach to Finding Peace
“Your nervous system isn’t broken—it’s just stuck in an old pattern that no longer serves you.” Your heart races for no apparent reason. Your mind won’t stop spinning. You feel simultaneously wired and exhausted, like you’re running on empty but can’t seem to slow down. Your body feels like it’s constantly braced for impact, even […]
