Why People-Pleasing Feels Safer Than Authenticity and How to Stop Fawning

By: Dr Ashleigh Moreland Published on: 06/12/2024

For those who’ve adopted the fawn response, it can feel like being “NICE” and making sure people are happy is the only way to stay safe, avoid conflict, and remain connected to others. In this blog post, we’ll explore why the fawn response happens, how it impacts us in daily life, and most importantly what you can do to begin stepping out of people-pleasing patterns.