saying yes to everyone is actually making you a bad friend…

The Stella Rae Podcast

Get up to $150 off through 5 orders for new Dinnerly customers; plus free shipping on the first box, using my code STELLA https://www.filify.co/SH5k6In this episode, I discuss the detrimental effects of people pleasing on relationships, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and recognizing red flags in friendships. I share personal anecdotes and practical tips for overcoming the fear of disappointing others, advocating for mindfulness and self-respect in social interactions. The conversation highlights the significance of genuine connections over superficial ones and encourages listeners to practice assertiveness in their relationships.Takeaways:Saying yes to everyone can ruin your relationships.People pleasing often leads to resentment and burnout.It's important to recognize red flags in friendships.Setting boundaries early on is crucial for healthy relationships.Actions speak louder than words in friendships.Over-explaining when declining invitations is unnecessary.Mindfulness can help in navigating social situations.Building self-respect starts with saying no.Friendships should be based on mutual respect and support.Practicing assertiveness can reduce anxiety in social interactions.Enjoy & dont forget to tweet/ig story me a screenshot of you listening!MY NEW WEBSITE!! Shop merch, sign up for my newsletter, book a coffee chat, & more: http://stellaraeherself.comI edit using Riverside! https://www.riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_5&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=stella-holtshop my new glo up merch!! https://stellarae.myspreadshop.com/instagram http://instagram.com/stellaraepodcastlisten to and/or support the podcast: https://anchor.fm/stella-raetiktok: http://tiktok.com/@stellaraeherselftwitter: http://twitter.com/stellaraegoodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/10449999-stella-raemy fav books/products/health: https://www.amazon.com/shop/stellaraemy current filming set up:camera: https://amzn.to/4cEQiLOmicrophone: https://amzn.to/3Z2A5gctripod: https://amzn.to/3AEmxgKring light: https://amzn.to/3XxZrShbox lights: https://amzn.to/4e1Q1Ubportable light for phone: https://amzn.to/3XxZspjjoin my patreon for ad-free episodes, early access, merch discounts, behind the scenes, & more! https://www.patreon.com/stellaraepodlisten on spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DMbeh7EqiqgROIjvW0sI9listen on apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stella-rae-podcast/id1255618182Chapters00:00 The Dangers of People Pleasing05:06 Recognizing Red Flags in Friendships09:48 Setting Boundaries for Healthy Relationships14:56 Mindfulness and Overcoming Anxiety in Social Situations#stellaraepodcast Keywordspeople pleasing, relationships, boundaries, friendship red flags, self-care, anxiety, communication, personal growth, self-respect, emotional health