You Finally Set Your Boundary, But Now They're Mad
Setting a boundary is hard enough. But when someone gets mad about it? That guilt can hit so fast.
If you’ve ever said “no” and immediately felt like you needed to apologize for it… this message is for you.
Here’s what I want you to know:
You didn’t do anything wrong.
You’re just not abandoning yourself anymore. That will upset some people—but that doesn’t mean you should stop.
From People-Pleaser to Peace-Keeper: Setting Boundaries Without Guilt
People-pleasing is one of those habits that sneaks up on us. It often starts from a good place—wanting to be kind, helpful, liked, or easy to get along with. But over time, constantly putting others’ needs above your own can leave you feeling exhausted, resentful, anxious… and totally disconnected from yourself.