People-pleasing is a fawn strategy. It says, “If I meet your needs, you won’t leave.”
People-pleasing feels kind, but it chips away at self-worth. Learn how micro-sacrifices blur identity and how to reclaim your authentic voice.
Keywords: people pleasing, micro-sacrifices, self-worth, boundaries, self-abandonment, authenticity, nervous system healing, codependency, identity loss, emotional regulation
The Hidden Face of Avoidance: When Protection Turns Into Pushback
Avoidance hides behind control, criticism, or blame — not cruelty. Learn how this defense masks deeper emotions and how to meet it with compassion.
Keywords: avoidance, emotional defense, criticism, victim mindset, relationships, trauma response, emotional intelligence, therapy, self-protection, self-awareness
Avoidance and People-Pleasing — Two Sides of the Same Fear
Avoidance and people-pleasing look opposite, but both stem from the same fear — the need to stay safe from rejection. Learn how to find balance and belonging.