We all know the people pleaser in the office—the one who takes on extra work, stays late without being asked, and is at the full disposal of the department manager. They also may agree with whatever ...

Being concerned about others’ feelings and always being ready to jump in and help are terrific traits in a friend and partner. But when it comes to your health, being a people pleaser can backfire.

"A people-pleaser needs to recognize the importance of self-care without feeling selfish or guilty," said Imi Lo, a therapist and owner of Eggshell Therapy. The best way to please a people-pleaser?

Constantly saying 'yes' and fearing judgment? You might be a people-pleaser. Learn the signs of this exhausting trait and how ...

Probably the most difficult to manage employee (or coworker) is the “people pleaser.” If a job candidate uses the term “people pleaser” to describe himself or herself in a job interview, do not hire ...

Like most people, I’ve always tried to be a nice person. I thought it was a good quality to have, that it would make me friends, and make those around me happy. But in trying to be nice, I conflated ...

Every day we interact with people with a variety of personality issues. Sometimes we recognize these issues and put names to them; co-dependent, enmeshed, addicted, loner, passive-aggressive. These ...

A people pleaser is typically someone everyone considers helpful and kind. When you need help with a project or someone to help you study for an exam, they’re more than willing to step up. If you ...

A “people pleaser” personality means a person feels a strong urge to please others, even at their own expense. They may feel that their wants and needs do not matter or alter their personality around ...