{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6195077c8699fb0013a1c9bc/67eac2f0506c6c628cfe5695?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"#186 What is the cost of being a People Pleaser?","description":"<h2>🎙 Episode 186: The Cost of Being a People-Pleaser – How Saying Yes Could Be Draining Your Finances and Wellbeing</h2><p><br></p><p>Do you find yourself constantly saying yes to others, even when it comes at a cost to you? Are you worried about disappointing people, avoiding conflict, or seeking approval at the expense of your own financial stability and emotional wellbeing?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Let’s Talk Money and More, Lesley Thomas explores the true cost of being a people-pleaser—not just emotionally, but financially. Many of us don’t realise how much our fear of setting boundaries can impact our bank accounts, business decisions, and long-term financial success.</p><p><br></p><p>Join Lesley as she breaks down how people-pleasing manifests in our financial lives, why it’s crucial to shift from seeking external validation to owning your worth, and how to make empowered financial choices—without guilt.</p><p><br></p><h3>What You’ll Learn in This Episode:</h3><p><br></p><p>✅ How people-pleasing affects your money mindset and financial decisions.</p><p>✅ The hidden financial costs of always saying yes—to family, friends, and colleagues.</p><p>✅ Why undercharging, overgiving, and avoiding money conversations hold you back.</p><p>✅ The connection between self-worth, pricing, and financial independence.</p><p>✅ How to set clear boundaries without feeling guilty or selfish.</p><p>✅ Practical steps to shift from ‘people-pleaser’ to ‘money-confident’.</p><p><br></p><p>🔹 Memorable Quotes from Lesley:</p><p>✨ <em>“If you struggle to say no, you might be paying the price financially without even realising it.”</em></p><p>✨ <em>“True financial confidence comes from valuing yourself first.”</em></p><p>✨ <em>“Being generous is wonderful—but not at the expense of your own financial security.”</em></p><p><br></p><h3>💡 Your Financial Confidence Starts with Boundaries</h3><p>It’s time to stop undervaluing yourself, set healthy financial boundaries, and take control of your money with confidence.</p><p><br></p><p>📢 Tune in now and start making empowered financial choices—on your terms!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Connect with Lesley Thomas</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Download for FREE – The 2025 Money Mindset Playbook - <a href=\"https://lesleyathomas.kartra.com/page/2025-money-mindset-playbook\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://lesleyathomas.kartra.com/page/2025-money-mindset-playbook</a></p><p><br></p><p>My website <a href=\"http://www.themoneyconfidenceacademy.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.themoneyconfidenceacademy.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p>Follow me on Instagram <a href=\"http://www.instagram.com/lesleythomascoaching/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.instagram.com/iamlesley_thomas</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with me on LinkedIn <a href=\"http://www.linkedin.com/in/lesley-thomas\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.linkedin.com/in/lesley-thomas</a></p><p><br></p><p>Book a Free 30 mins call with me - <a href=\"https://calendly.com/lesley-themoneyconfidenceacademy/30mins-121\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://calendly.com/lesley-themoneyconfidenceacademy/30mins-121</a></p>","author_name":"Lesley Thomas"}