People-pleasing: A breakdown of the bad habit and how to kick it by Taylor Bennett | Oct 20, 2023 | Mental Health Topics, Relationships, Self-Improvement People-pleasing, a behavior where individuals prioritize the needs and desires of others over their own, can have far-reaching implications for mental health and relationships. Those who engage in people-pleasing often find themselves in a relentless pursuit of approval and acceptance, going to great lengths to avoid conflict or the discomfort…