People-Pleasing
Racism is hidden within ourselves.
So what am I gonna do about racism? That’s the question we’re all asking ourselves, isn’t it?
Continue ReadingThe Benefits of Self-Disclosure.
Sharing my truth means I can’t hide from it. Once it’s out, I’m confronted with its destructiveness and feel I have no choice but to change.
Continue ReadingDo People-Pleasers Get Angry?
My people-pleasing ensures that no one feels bad–No big deal! Don’t worry! I hate when that happens!–except me.
Continue ReadingConflict avoidance: An Example.
For better or for worse, I’d rather have a hole the size of New Jersey in my wall than yell at the person who put it there.
Continue ReadingWhat does it mean to be assertive? (Or not.)
When my surgeon seemed to chastise me for not understanding his instructions, I had a dilemma.
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