Listen "#2: Breaking the People-Pleasing Pattern in Midlife"
Episode Synopsis
Midlife isn’t about adding more to your plate — it’s about finally clearing the plate. And for so many of us, the heaviest thing on that plate is people-pleasing.In this episode of A New Way to Love, Live and Lead, Cheryne Blom shares how people-pleasing keeps you stuck in midlife, why it’s not a personality flaw but a learned survival pattern, and how you can finally break free and start saying yes without guilt.Here’s the truth: every time you abandon yourself for approval, you reinforce the belief that your needs don’t matter.People-pleasing is like watering everyone else’s garden while your own plants wither.It’s time to reclaim your energy and tend to your own life.What you’ll discover in this episode:Why people-pleasing is a nervous system response, not empowermentThe 6 People-Pleasing Personas (which one sounds like you?)The ABC Framework for breaking free: Awareness → Breathe → ChoiceHow to set boundaries and speak your truth — even if your voice shakesReflection question for you:Where in your life are you saying yes when you really mean no — and what would it look like to reclaim that space with intention? Ready to go deeper? Take my People-Pleasing Persona Quiz to discover your unique pattern — and how to step into authenticity with clarity and confidence.🔗 Click here to go to the quizConnect with me for daily tools + inspiration:Instagram: @cheryneblom and @selfmasteryhub_official Facebook: Cheryne Blom and The Self Mastery Hub Find out more: Self Mastery Hub
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27/08/2025