Free to Be Mindful Podcast
The Free to Be Mindful Podcast with Licensed Therapist and Latina Mom Coach Vanessa De Jesus Guzman is a space for professional moms balancing careers, family, and self-care.
In under 30 minutes, each episode offers mindful living strategies, mental health tips, and personal growth tools to help reduce stress, strengthen well-being, and create more balance at home and work.
Each episode blends expert insights, personal stories, and actionable takeaways, while always closing with a guided meditation to help you reset and recharge.
Free to Be Mindful Podcast
Letting Go of Guilt and People Pleasing
Saying no shouldn’t come with guilt... but for many of us, it does. From childhood expectations to cultural influences, we’ve been conditioned to prioritize others’ needs over our own. But constantly saying yes can leave us feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from what truly matters.
In this episode we explore why people-pleasing feels so ingrained, how it affects our well-being, and most importantly, how to shift our mindset to make decisions that honor our time and energy... without guilt.
TUNE IN TO LEARN:
- Why people-pleasing is so common, especially for women
- How early experiences shape our willingness to say no
- Practical ways to communicate your needs with confidence
- How to sit with discomfort when prioritizing yourself
- A simple reflection exercise to help you embrace your choices
TAKEAWAY MESSAGE:
Saying no doesn’t make you selfish - it makes you intentional. When we release the pressure to please everyone, we create space for what truly matters. Reflect on a time when you put someone else’s needs before your own. How can you show up for yourself moving forward?
Listen in, and remember… you’re always free to be mindful.
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DISCLAIMER:
Free to Be Mindful Podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and should not be considered as or substituted for therapy or professional help from a licensed clinician.
