How to Unlearn People-Pleasing, Stop Self-Abandoning & Communicate Authentically with Psychotherapist Meg Josephson
November 19, 2025
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Episode 341 · November 19, 2025
How to Unlearn People-Pleasing, Stop Self-Abandoning & Communicate Authentically with Psychotherapist Meg Josephson
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<p>Do you ever spiral, wondering if someone’s mad at you, replay conversations in your head, or feel anxious after setting a boundary? Then you need this episode. Victoria sits down with licensed psychotherapist and <em>New York Times</em> bestselling author Meg Josephson, whose new book <em>Are You Mad at Me?</em> is helping people-pleasers everywhere unlearn the patterns keeping them stuck. They dive into where people-pleasing comes from (usually childhood trauma we don’t even recognize), how to stop abandoning yourself to keep the peace, and what it takes to feel safe being authentically you. Meg shares practical, therapeutic tools to help you regulate your emotions, set boundaries without guilt, and stop overexplaining yourself to be understood using some of Vic’s recent personal experiences as a guide. Tune in to finally understand your people-pleasing tendencies and start rewriting the story.</p><p><br /></p><p>Follow Meg Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/megjosephson/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@megjosephson</a></p><p>Order <a href="https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Are-You-Mad-at-Me/Meg-Josephson/9781668082461" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Are You Mad At Me?</em></a></p><p><br /></p><p>// SPONSORS // </p><p><br /></p><p>LMNT: LMNT is offering a free sample pack with any purchase, that’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors or share LMNT with a friend. Get yours at <a href="http://www.drinklmnt.com/realpod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">DrinkLMNT.com/realpod</a>.</p><p><br /></p><p>BetterHelp: Visit <a href="https://www.betterhelp.com/get-started/?go=true&transaction_id=102b41c7115239de7fe740c2328a21&utm_source=podcast&utm_campaign=2687&utm_medium=Desktop&utm_content=&utm_term=realpod&not_found=1&gor=start" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">betterhelp.com/realpod </a>today to get 10% off your first month. </p><p><br /></p><p>CozyEarth: Go to cozyearth.com and use code REALPOD for 40% off best selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more.</p><p><br /></p><p>Crunchmaster: Find Crunchmaster at a store near you! </p><p><br /></p><p><em>Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.</em></p><p><br /></p><p>Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dear Media</a>.</p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>