🌱 People Pleasing vs. Genuine Kindness — Where’s the Line?
✨ Ever met someone who always says yes? They’ll cancel their own plans, skip rest, or even take the blame for something they didn’t do — all just to keep the peace. Sounds kind? Maybe. But sometimes, it’s not kindness at all — it’s people pleasing. On the flip side, we’ve all seen those who help from the heart. They support, encourage, and lend a hand, but they’re not afraid to say no when needed. So how do we tell the difference between being nice because we want to… and being nice because we’re scared not to? Let’s break it down. 👇 --- 🌟 What is People Pleasing? 👉 People pleasing means doing things for others because you’re afraid of what might happen if you don’t. It’s kindness with a hidden motive — keeping people happy so you can avoid: ⚡ Disapproval ⚡ Conflict ⚡ Rejection It often comes from a deeper fear: “If I don’t keep everyone happy, I won’t be loved or accepted.” 💬 Signs of people pleasing: ✅ Saying yes when you want to say no ✅ Feeling guilty for setting boundaries ...