Go Ask Jo: 6/9/2021

Dear Jo,

I am a people pleaser, have been all my life. It literally pains me to have people not approve of what I am doing and how I am doing it. I know it is not healthy either physically nor mentally to be this way. How do I gather the confidence to make decisions and go about my life without seeking the approval of others?

Signed,

Exhausted People Pleaser

Dear People Pleaser,

Ahhhhh, I have suffered from that one during my life also. I think everyone would like to be accepted and approved of, it is just more pleasant and easier. BUT, you can drive yourself crazy living that way! Try this...