A big struggle in life for some people is being a "people pleaser". I know, I am one. I try to please people, I do it because I want people to like me. Now, I have come a long way in this and I have learned my lesson (many times) when I get caught in the trap. But I have had to learn that being a people pleaser is both bad for others and harmful to me. Do you struggle with being a "people pleaser"?
Here are a few quotes I found helpful on this topic:
“I can’t tell you the key to success, but the key to failure is trying to please everyone.” – Ed Sheeran
“You wouldn’t worry so much about what others think of you if you realized how seldom they do.” – Eleanor Roosevelt
“When you say “yes” to others, make sure you aren’t saying “no” to yourself.” – Paulo Coehlo
“Care about what other people think and you will always be their prisoner.” – Lao Tzu
“If you try to please all, you please none.” – Aesop
“There is only one way to avoid criticism: do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing.” – Aristotle
“If you live for people’s acceptance, you will die from their rejection.” – Lecrae
“The only thing wrong with trying to please everyone is that there’s always at least one person who will remain unhappy. You.” – Elizabeth Parker
“A healthy relationship will never require you to sacrifice your friends, your dreams, or your dignity.” – Dinkar Kalotra
Your Turn:
Do you have any thoughts or quotes about the harmful effects of being a "People Pleaser"? In 100 words or less please send me your ideas to terry.porter@healthfio.com. Please remember to like and share this post and follow terry-porter.com/blog.
