#216 People Pleasing and Your Health#216 People Pleasing and Your Health
The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach
Is there a difference between being a nice person and being a people pleaser? That is a resounding YES! What is the difference? When you do something nice for someone else out of love, compassion, or the desire to serve, it fills you...
29:42•11 Nov 2022
Breaking Free from People Pleasing: A Path to Better Health
“When we need someone to like us to the extent that we will sacrifice our own wellness, our own mental health, our own physical health just to get someone to do what you can never have control over getting someone to do, then it's time to just really step into the awareness of that.”
Have you ever found yourself saying 'yes' when you really wanted to say 'no'? Laura Lummer, host of 'The Breast Cancer Recovery Coach', takes a deep dive into this all-too-common habit in episode #216. As a two-time breast cancer survivor living with Stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer, Laura understands the toll that people-pleasing can take on your health.
She draws a clear line between being genuinely kind and being a people pleaser, explaining how the latter can lead to stress, insomnia, anxiety, and even feelings of inadequacy. In this episode, Laura offers practical advice on how to recognize and change these draining behaviors. She encourages listeners to prioritize their own needs, set healthy boundaries, and practice assertiveness—all without losing their compassionate nature.
Laura’s insights are grounded in her personal experiences and professional expertise as a Certified Life, Health, and Nutrition Coach. If you're tired of sacrificing your well-being for others, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn how to reclaim your health and happiness while still being the caring person you are.
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