People pleasing often goes far beyond simply being “nice.” In this video, we break down how fear of rejection, low self-worth, trauma, and the need for acceptance can lead many gay men to prioritize other people’s comfort over their own needs and boundaries.
Learning to stop people pleasing starts with self-awareness, healthier boundaries, and reconnecting with your authentic identity instead of constantly seeking validation from others.
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Listen to the full podcast episode: https://www.ajadedgay.com/94-girl-please-say-no-to-people-pleasing/
Read more on the topic in my blog: https://www.ajadedgay.com/blog/overcoming-people-pleasing-a-guide-for-gay-men-to-set-boundaries-and-prioritize-self-care/
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Sources:
People Pleaser (Merriam-Webster): https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/people%20pleaser
What Is People-Pleasing?: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/living-finesse/202003/what-is-people-pleasing#:~:text=Our%20friends%20at%20Merriam%2DWebster,positively%20regarded%20is%20quite%20natural
People-Pleasing: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/people-pleasing
People Pleaser: What It Means and How to Stop: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/people-pleaser
How to Stop People-Pleasing: https://www.verywellmind.com/how-to-stop-being-a-people-pleaser-5184412
What is a People Pleaser?: https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/what-is-a-people-pleaser
How to Stop People-Pleasing (and Still Be Nice): https://www.healthline.com/health/people-pleaser
How Does Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn Show Up for Gay Men?: https://www.centreforgaycounselling.com/2020/10/29/fight-flight-freeze-fawn-and-gay-men/
Gay People Have Been Taught to Be People-Pleasing Push-Overs: https://www.advocate.com/love-and-sex/2019/3/02/gay-people-have-been-taught-be-people-pleasing-push-overs
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