Are you constantly overcommitting, people-pleasing, or feeling drained — but don’t know how to stop?
These 7 quick breakthrough moments will help you finally learn how to say “no” without the guilt … so you can protect your energy, set better boundaries, and reclaim your time.
This isn’t just advice - it’s a compilation of real, raw moments from past episod ... Show More
Yesterday
Slowing Down Feels Like Falling Behind, But It's Actually the Opposite
Your ambition has not gone anywhere. Life just pulled the handbrake. In this episode of The Balance Theory, Erika sits down with Nicki Bedford, founder of Founders Official and former Head of Asia Pacific at BuzzFeed, for one of the most honest conversations about what ambition a ... Show More
1 h
Aug 16
Coming Back to Yourself When You Feel Completely Scattered and Lost | Naila
You are not falling apart. You are just in the messy middle. In this episode of The Balance Theory, Erika sits down with her best friend Naila, content creator and host of the Untempered podcast, for one of the most honest and unfiltered conversations the show has ever had. This ... Show More
1h 5m
Oct 2025
How to Set Boundaries Without Guilt/Stop People-Pleasing and Prevent Burnout
Feeling drained from saying "yes" when you really want to say "no"? You're not alone. In this episode on setting healthy boundaries, I explore the guilt, fear, and discomfort that come with honoring your true needs—and how mastering this skill can completely transform your life a ... Show More
10m 17s
Aug 2025
How to Stop Being a People Pleaser
Do you say “yes” when you want to say “no?" In this episode, I break down the childhood roots of people-pleasing, the hidden costs it has on your happiness and identity, and practical steps to set boundaries, be assertive, and reclaim your sense of self. Feeling stuck? It's time ... Show More
18m 10s
Jul 2024
Do You Have Enough Boundaries To Be Happy?
<p>Struggling with setting boundaries? You're not alone. Many of us feel guilty, obligated, or worried about upsetting others, leading us to say yes when we really want to say no. In this episode, we dive into the discomfort of self-reflection and the importance of honoring our t ... Show More
10m 18s
Feb 2022
People Pleaser? How to Stop. | E285
Do you have a hard time saying no? Do you feel guilty when you can’t do what others want? If so, you may struggle with people pleasing, a habit that can add a lot of stress to your life and resentment to your relationships. Never fear — this episode of the Love, Happiness and Su ... Show More
51m 10s