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Type: Psychology / Self-Improvement
- Atmosphere: A reassuring and supportive guide that sheds light on relationship insecurities and teaches us how to set boundaries without guilt.
Do you ever…
Constantly worry about what others think?
Are you characterized by anxiety or perfectionism?
Overload yourself with obligations and then feel frustrated?
Avoid conflict at all costs?
Sacrifice your own needs for the happiness of others?
Apologize excessively or explain everything?
Psychotherapist Meg Josephson shows that trying to please others is not a trait of human nature but a common survival mechanism known as fawning: an instinct mostly learned in childhood, where one tries to become more likable in the face of a specific threat in order to feel safe. Yet, many people remain trapped in this way of being for their entire lives.
In this book, she shares personal experiences and stories from her clients that will help you:
Recognize the roles that distance you from yourself.
Not be afraid of your thoughts and feelings.
See conflict and boundaries as opportunities for connection.
Practice how to make space in your relationships.
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Type: Psychology / Self-Improvement
- Atmosphere: A reassuring and supportive guide that sheds light on relationship insecurities and teaches us how to set boundaries without guilt.
In the book you will encounter:
The analysis of our need to please everyone (people pleasing) and how to control it.
Practical ways to deal with the anxiety of rejection in your social interactions.
Tips to build genuine self-confidence and communicate your needs honestly.
Why We Loved It:
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Meg Josephson speaks directly to the hearts of those who constantly feel the need to apologize for their existence.
The book offers specific "tools" and exercises that you can immediately apply to your daily life.
It is written with empathy, helping you understand that taking care of yourself is not selfish, but necessary.
This book is for you if...
Do you often find yourself wondering if others are angry with you, struggling to say "no," or feeling that other people's needs always come before your own?
Read an excerpt:
"Are you mad at me?" How many times has this question crossed your mind in a single day? For many of us, the slightest change in a friend's tone of voice or a delayed reply on the phone can trigger an internal panic.
This constant search for validation is exhausting. It forces us to wear masks, swallow our words, and try to become what we think others want us to be, losing ourselves in the process.
It's time to stop apologizing for things that are not your fault. Setting boundaries and expressing how you feel does not make you "difficult" people; it makes you people who respect themselves and their relationships.
A few words about the author:
Meg Josephson is a social worker and therapist, widely known for her work in women's empowerment and anxiety management. Through her work, she focuses on breaking down people pleasing patterns and helps people find their voice and set healthy boundaries. With her strong presence on social media, she has managed to create a community that seeks mental resilience and authenticity in human relationships.
Manufacturer
Product Guides
- Author
- Meg Josephson
- Publisher
- PSychogios
- Award
- -
- Language
- Greek
- Subtitle
- -
- Cover
- Soft
- Number of Pages
- 336
- Release Date
- 05/03/2026
- Publication Date
- 2026
- Dimensions
- 14x21 cm
- ISBN-13
- 9786180165005
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