{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"People-Pleasing: What it is and what to do about it with Anita Sandoval LPC","description":"Ep.121 \u25b6\ufe0f WATCH THE VIDEO \ud83d\udcdd SHOW NOTES Are you a "yes" person, even when you want to say "NO"? \ud83e\udd14 Do you constantly prioritize the needs of others over your own? You might be a people-pleaser!   In this insightful episode of The Mental Health Toolbox, Patrick Martin interviews Anita Sandoval, LPC, EMDR-certified therapist, and expert on empowering women to break free from the exhausting cycle of people-pleasing.   Anita shares her expertise on: What people-pleasing really is: It's more than just being nice! We'll explore the underlying causes, often rooted in trauma and intergenerational patterns. How people-pleasing destroys relationships: Learn how prioritizing others' needs can actually harm your connections. The impact on your self-esteem: Discover how people-pleasing can erode your sense of self-worth and authenticity. Practical tools to break free: Anita provides actionable steps and strategies you can start using TODAY to reclaim your life and set healthy boundaries. Why you need to love them for who they are, not for how they make you feel: See how you can learn to love your love ones for who they are not for how they make you feel. How to stop being a victim Narcissist Resources: Stay till the end for great ways to find more helpful advice. This episode is a MUST-WATCH for: Anyone who suspects they might be a people-pleaser. Therapists and mental health professionals seeking to better understand and treat clients struggling with people-pleasing behavior. Women looking to empower themselves and live more authentically. Anyone feeling stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns.   About Anita Sandoval, LPC: @@empoweringwomeninconversations Anita Sandoval is a Licensed Professional Counselor, EMDR-certified therapist, and the founder of Positive Awakenings Counseling Center. She's also the host of the "Empowering Women in Conversations" podcast and the author of "Broken Chains," a powerful memoir of healing and empowerment. Website: https:\/\/www.anitasandoval.com\/ Podcast: https:\/\/www.anitasandoval.com\/podcast Book: Broken Chains: https:\/\/15b8d4.myshopify.com\/products\/broken-chains YouTube: https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@empoweringwomeninconversations   MUSIC LICENSE: Envato Elements: Item Title: For Interview Author Username: danyvin License Date: February 21st, 2025 Item License Code: 5U64HY2PEX   \u23fa\ufe0f Check Out STREAMYARD: What I use for recording my Podcasts, Livesteams, Videos \ud83c\udfa5   \ud83d\ude4b\ud83c\udffb\u200d\u2642\ufe0f For More Tools To Thrive: Follow @TheMentalHealthToolbox   \ud83c\udf0e Website: https:\/\/thementalhealthtoolbox.com   \u2666\ufe0f LEARN MORE WITH THE MHT \ud83d\udc47 \u2615\ufe0f Find all my channel, product and Promo links here:    \u2705 Subscribe to the MHT Newsletter and stay informed when new content is released, and get My FREE TOOLS as my gift to you:    \ud83d\udecd\ufe0f SHOP: Workbooks, Journals, E-Books, Therapy Worksheets and Handouts:    \u2666\ufe0f \ud83d\udc4f If you liked this episode, be sure to check out my full playlist of guided meditations here   \u2666\ufe0f \ud83d\udd90 Have a question? Submit your questions and feedback here:   \ud83d\udcdd NEED AN EHR? I recommend THERAPYNOTES: Get your FREE TRIAL now, just use the link or promo code: \ud83d\udc49Link:  https:\/\/bit.ly\/3ykbeJy \ud83d\udc49Promo code \u201ctoolbox\u201d.     #patrickmartinlcsw #thementalhealthtoolbox #mentalhealth   \u2666\ufe0f Disclaimer:   \u26a0\ufe0f*Some of the links are affiliate links: As an Associate I earn from qualifying purchases by way of commission at no additional cost to you. ","author_name":"The Mental Health Toolbox Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/thementalhealthtoolbox.com\/links\/","html":"