In this encore episode, I'm talking about something that shows up for so many of us as moms and co-parents: people-pleasing. I share my own experience as a recovering people-pleaser and explain how this pattern often develops as a way to feel safe, loved, or accepted — especially in childhood. While people-pleasing can come from good intentions, it can quietly undermine our confidence, drain our energy, and pull us away from who we really want to be as a parent.

I also explore how the pressure to be a "good mom" or a "good co-parent" often fuels people-pleasing and sets us up for unrealistic expectations and resentment. Instead of chasing external approval, I invite you to define what being a good mom and co-parent truly means to you — based on your values, integrity, and the example you want to model for your children.

This episode is about compassion, awareness, and reclaiming responsibility for what is actually yours: how you think, feel, and act. When we stop trying to manage other people's emotions and opinions, we create more calm, clarity, and confidence for ourselves — and for our kids.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• People-pleasing is learned, not who you are
• You are not responsible for other people's emotions
• Defining your own values builds confidence and resilience

If this resonates with you and you're ready for support to help you break free from people-pleasing, I'd love to help. Reach out and let's take the next step together. https://calendly.com/coachwithmikki/co-parent-breakthrough-call

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