You might be asking yourself, “Why should I stop people pleasing? Isn’t it about being kind and helpful?” While helping others is a wonderful trait, people pleasing often comes at a significant emotional cost. As mentioned in my previous post, “Are You A People Pleaser?”, one of the...
Have you ever said yes when deep down you wanted to say no? If so, you’re not alone. I’ve been there too, more times than I’d like to admit. It’s a natural response for many of us who value harmony, want to avoid conflict or feel a deep desire to be liked. Yet, while people pleasing can seem...
Understanding Parental Anxiety
You are not alone. Approximately, 10-20% of parents experience significant levels of anxiety as a parent. If you tend to struggle with anxiety before children, you will most likely struggle with...
Anxiety impacts all aspects of a person’s life. To be clear, some amounts of anxiety is common in life but when it takes over, that’s when it may be time to seek a therapist for help. If you find that anxiety is taking over your life, please contact me to see how I may be able to help...