There are very real costs to people-pleasing, and you’re likely living them – the quiet resentment that builds after a hasty yes or the loss of trust that happens when someone can’t deliver on a promise.
People pleasing doesn't please, it erodes: trust, time, and energy.
With a memorable five-year roof story and hard-won lessons from work and relationships, Stephanie and Maren unpack why “just because I can” doesn’t mean “I should” and
- map a practical path out of the “pleasing” loop
- share the four questions to ask before saying yes
- offer a fresh lens on procrastination as misalignment
- talk about human-centered leadership skills to eliminate the “pleasing” disease
- share ways to reset agreements when you’ve already said yes
- invite lighter “yesses”, kinder “nos”, and work that is honored
😣 If you’ve ever stayed too long in a role or relationship because you didn’t want to disappoint
🧐 If you are ready to reduce overcommitment, prevent burnout, and turn uncertainty into useful information
🫣 If you struggle to say no
👉🏻 this conversation – filled with truth, tools, and relief – is for you. 🙌
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