People-pleasers struggle with setting boundaries, which can be exhausting and lead to “chronic stress,” says Debbie Sorensen, a Harvard-trained psychologist.
People-pleasers are especially prone to burnout at work, saysThey tend to be very kind, thoughtful people, which it makes it that much harder for them to set boundaries, not take on too much work or get emotionally invested in their jobs," says Sorensen.
has shown that being polite, friendly and supportive at work are all important traits that can help you be more productive and happier in your job. While people-pleasing looks different for everyone at work, Sorensen says there are 3 common signs to watch out for:Disregarding your feelings when something is done or said that upsets you because you fear potential conflictPeople-pleasing isn't just dangerous for your career because it can lead to burnout — it can make you lose sight of your own needs and professional goals.
"It can be uncomfortable to set boundaries at work, but next time you're tempted to pile more responsibilities on your plate, pause and ask yourself if you really want, or need, to take that on, and fight the knee-jerk reaction to say 'yes' to everything," says Sorensen.
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