Self-Sabotage Patterns

People-Pleasing

Buys affection and approval by caring for others

Gives, helps, pleases — with a hidden agenda: to be loved and avoid rejection. Says yes when the body says no, sacrifices, then resents the other.

Gifts

  • Real generosity with those you love
  • Sensitivity to others' needs
  • A warm presence

Shadow side

  • Can't say no
  • Silent resentment
  • Losing yourself to please

Core desire

To be loved, accepted, indispensable

Core fear

Being rejected, alone, worthless

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