173. Allow People The Dignity of Their Own Experience (Stop Trying To Fix & Manage Others!)

In today’s episode, we dive into a powerful lesson that will change the way you approach your relationships and manage stress, especially during the busy holiday season. If you’re someone who constantly feels the need to manage others’ emotions, fix situations, and ensure everyone around you is happy and comfortable, this episode is for you. I’ll teach you how to let go of this overwhelming need to "fix" others and why allowing people the dignity of their own experience is not only freeing but crucial for your own emotional well-being.

As we unpack this idea, I share insights from my personal life and how I learned to stop trying to control others’ feelings, including a powerful story about my husband. You’ll learn how shifting this mindset can help you feel more grounded, resilient, and unbotherable in all situations.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• The importance of allowing others to have their own experience without trying to manage or control their emotions
• How the need to "fix" others is rooted in a fear of discomfort and rejection
• Why constantly trying to make others happy can lead to burnout, stress, and chronic illness
• How to cultivate healthy empathy without carrying the emotional burdens of others
• The role self-worth plays in learning to let go of controlling behaviors and how to heal it
• A powerful story illustrating the importance of letting go of control in relationships and allowing others their own journey

This episode will help you shift out of the "people-pleasing" mindset and embrace a healthier, more balanced way of interacting with others, especially during stressful times like the holidays. If you’ve been feeling the weight of managing everyone’s experience, it’s time to release that burden and step into a space of greater self-care and self-trust.

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