Guilt

Find thoughtful insights on understanding and releasing guilt, healing emotional wounds, & building self‑compassion. New Narratives Therapy’s guilt blog offers guidance & practical support.

The People-Pleaser's Dilemma: Learning to Set Boundaries Without Guilt

Imagine you're a garden where everyone is welcome to pick flowers whenever they please, no questions asked. At first, you felt proud of your generosity, watching visitors leave with armfuls of your beautiful blooms. But slowly, you began to notice something troubling: your garden was becoming barren, your soil depleted, and you were left wondering why you felt so empty when you had given everyone exactly what they wanted. Sound familiar? If you've ever found yourself saying

Cecelia Saunders

Sep 18, 202510 min read