In this insightful episode, I sit down with Charlotte Bailey, an experienced psychotherapist specialising in people-pleasing behaviours. Charlotte and I reflect on our shared experiences working in the NHS and dive deep into the roots of people-pleasing, how it manifests, and the profound toll it can take on our mental and physical health. Charlotte shares her professional expertise, personal experiences, and actionable steps to help listeners break free from these deeply ingrained patterns.
If you find yourself constantly prioritising others’ needs at the expense of your own or feeling stuck in unhealthy cycles of over-giving, this episode is for you. Charlotte also explores the connection between people-pleasing and chronic pain, including how holding on to stress and emotional suppression can contribute to physical illness. Along the way, she shares some heartwarming success stories from her own experience and clients who have reclaimed their energy, confidence, and well-being.
What We Cover:
What is People-Pleasing? A look at common people-pleasing behaviours, how they show up in our daily lives, and the emotional toll they can take.
Root Causes: We explore where people-pleasing often stems from—childhood dynamics, fear of rejection, or a need for validation—and why these patterns are so hard to break.
Impact on the Body and Chronic Pain/Illness: Charlotte explains how people-pleasing can contribute to chronic stress, burnout, and even physical illness, including chronic pain conditions. She shares how emotional suppression can manifest in the body.
Success Stories: Charlotte shares inspirational stories of clients who have transformed their lives by learning to set boundaries, honor their needs, and let go of the compulsion to please everyone.
Practical Tips for Change: Learn simple, effective strategies for identifying your own people-pleasing patterns and how to start setting healthy boundaries in your relationships.
About Charlotte Bailey:
Charlotte is an experienced psychotherapist with a deep understanding of people-pleasing behaviours and their impacts. Through her work, she helps clients break free from these patterns to live more balanced, fulfilling lives. With both personal and professional insights, Charlotte’s approach is empathetic and tailored to each individual’s journey.
Where to Find Charlotte:
Website: www.charlottebaileytherapies.com
Free Download: Download Charlotte’s free guide Here
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Podcast: Take a listen to Charlotte’s podcast: Let's talk people pleasing podcast
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