How People-Pleasing in Adulthood Begins — and Why It Makes Sense

Child gazing out a window with a soft reflection, symbolizing early emotional sensitivity and the roots of people-pleasing behavior.

People-pleasing in adulthood often feels automatic. You say “yes” before you’ve had time to check in with yourself. You offer support, soften your voice, suppress your needs — not because you want to manipulate, but because some part of you learned that keeping others happy felt like the safest path to connection. This post explores […]