Diary of a Recovering People Pleaser6 Dec 2024

Ep 27: Workplace Boundaries, Self Acceptance, and Religious Upbringing & Guilt with Jen Cunningham

"When you start realizing that everything is just a reflection of a person whether it's a good thing or a bad thing, it's just it's them. It's not you." - Jen Cunningham

In this episode, Jenny welcomes Jen for a deep dive into overcoming people pleasing. They discuss the challenges of people pleasing in both professional and personal settings, including workplace dynamics, religious influences, and familial pressures. Jen shares her personal journey, highlighting pivotal moments like setting boundaries, dealing with difficult friendships, and embracing self-care routines.

The conversation touches on practical strategies for improving self-awareness and self-worth, such as practicing meditation, internal family systems (IFS) work, and implementing soft boundaries in the work place. Make sure to listen to gain insights and actionable advice for anyone grappling with people pleasing.

Check It Out:

00:00 Introduction and New Beginnings

00:09 The Challenges of Training New Employees

00:47 The Jenny and Jen Show

00:57 Names and Identity

02:18 People Pleasing at Work

03:33 Childhood and People Pleasing

04:10 Religious Influences on People Pleasing

05:27 Self-Awareness and Personal Growth

07:11 Setting Boundaries at Work

14:27 Navigating Friendships and Boundaries

18:04 Embracing the Full Human Experience

18:16 The Myth of Toxic Positivity

18:42 The Power of Feeling Emotions

19:05 Navigating Emotional Boundaries

20:07 Accepting Neurodivergence

20:56 Personal Responsibility in Emotional Management

24:50 The Importance of Self-Care Routines

26:27 Meditation Practices and Benefits

30:49 Healing Through Internal Family Systems

33:17 Breaking Generational Patterns

34:02 Concluding Thoughts and Advice

About the Host

Be a guest on the show- email Jenny info@meditatewithjenny.com

Work with Jenny - Book 1:1 Reiki or psychic channeled reading sessions. Offered virtually or in person in Buffalo, NY. Jenny also offers Reiki certification classes!

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Ep 30: Childhood Trauma, Toxic Workplaces, and Finding Self-Worth: An Interview with Tracie Groves

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