Seek support: Try to identify when your people-pleasing tendencies light up. Does it happen when you sense a conflict brewing or in situations where you really want to be liked? Or maybe it pops up every time you interact with a difficult family member or with a powerful person such as your boss. Once you pinpoint people-pleasing's origins, you can seek the support you need to overcome it. A therapist can help.
Reaching out to trusted family and friends can be a lifeline. It allows you to find