Maybe I Can® with Debbie Weiss
You have the power to change your life regardless of your circumstances. With over 50 years of experience dealing with some of life’s toughest challenges, Debbie is an expert in chasing your own dreams in spite of your circumstances. She is an entrepreneur, inspirational speaker, family caregiver and mother. She has overcome her own limiting beliefs and fears allowing her to begin to live her best life and her life’s passion is to help and inspire others to do the same. In her spare time, Debbie loves to laugh, dance, read and stay active. Recently widowed, Debbie is still following her dreams and wants you to follow yours. You are on this journey together. Every Wednesday, Debbie will share some ideas to help inspire and motivate women to live the life you want. Debbie will also introduce you to those that have helped her on her journey, as well as share other women's stories of inspiration. To learn more about Debbie or to reach out with any questions or episode ideas, please visit www.debbierweiss.com
Maybe I Can® with Debbie Weiss
Ep. 181: Choosing Peace Over People Pleasing
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Have you ever agreed to something and immediately regretted it?
In this episode of the Maybe I Can Podcast, I'm talking about something I've struggled with my entire life: boundaries.
For years, I believed that saying yes made me a better daughter, friend, volunteer, caregiver, and employee. But eventually I realized that every yes comes with a hidden cost. When we constantly put everyone else's needs first, we often sacrifice our own peace, health, joy, and wellbeing.
I'm sharing personal stories from my caregiving journey, the surprising reasons we struggle to say no, and practical tools that have helped me set healthier boundaries without feeling selfish.
We'll explore:
✨ Why saying no feels so uncomfortable
✨ The hidden cost of people-pleasing
✨ The difference between capability and capacity
✨ Signs you may need stronger boundaries
✨ Simple phrases to help you stop automatic yeses
✨ How boundaries protect your energy and peace
If you've ever felt stretched too thin, overwhelmed, resentful, or exhausted from being everyone's go-to person, this episode is for you.
Remember: Boundaries aren't about caring less. They're about caring for yourself, too.
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