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- Being a people pleaser can harm you in several ways. Here are five common ones.
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Being a people pleaser comes from the long trauma of not being appreciated enough. However, this can lead to several problems in life. Here are a few ways by which your mental health can be harmed.(Unsplash)
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Loss of Personal Boundaries: People pleasers often have a difficult time setting and maintaining personal boundaries, which can lead to overextending oneself or allowing others to take advantage of them.(Unsplash)
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Neglect of Personal Needs: When you prioritize other people’s needs above your own, you may neglect your own needs and desires, leading to feelings of resentment, burnout, or even depression.(Unsplash)
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Lack of Authenticity: People pleasers may struggle with being authentic and expressing their true thoughts and feelings, as they fear it may upset or disappoint others. This can lead to a sense of disconnect from oneself and others.(Unsplash)
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Decreased Self-Esteem: When your self-worth is tied to making others happy, you may struggle with feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem when you cannot meet others’ expectations or when they are unhappy with you.(Unsplash)
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