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Sep 2024
38m 56s

“I Recuse Myself!” | People Pleasing

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Are you afraid to say no? Do you find yourself agreeing with others just to keep the peace? Do you need validation? Well, you might just be a people pleaser. This week Stephanie and Melissa discuss their own people please-y-ness and try to navigate the world of boundaries and confidence. Turns out, “No” is a complete sentence.

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