Hadiah

Not all people-pleasing is obvious. Sometimes it hides behind helpfulness, flexibility, or being “easygoing.” These covert patterns often fly under the radar because they look like kindness—but underneath, they’re driven by fear of rejection, guilt, or the need to earn worth through self-sacrifice. Becoming aware of these hidden habits is the first step toward reclaiming […]

At first glance, people-pleasing looks like selflessness—putting others first, being agreeable, keeping the peace. But underneath the surface, it often has less to do with kindness and more to do with control. Not in a malicious way—but in a survival-driven way. When you scratch beneath the smile, people-pleasing is often a strategy to avoid rejection,

When you’ve spent years molding yourself to fit others’ expectations, stepping away from people-pleasing can feel disorienting. You may ask: Who am I when I’m not what others want me to be? This is the tender space between losing your false self and discovering your real one. Rebuilding your identity isn’t about creating a brand-new