The Uncomfortable Combination Of People Pleasing And Demand Avoidance

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In my last video, I shared the story of being unfairly accused of cheating someone, but forgot to finish with what happened with the sheriff. Here's the rest of that story.
The Uncomfortable Combination Of People Pleasing And Demand Avoidance

In my last video, I shared the story of being unfairly accused of cheating someone, but forgot to finish with what happened with the sheriff. Here’s the rest of that story. Plus a reflection that the experience prompted on how at some times I am a strong people pleaser and fawn and follow rules, and at other times my demand avoidance gets triggered, and I can make some very countercultural choices.

This is part 2 of 2.
Here’s the first video: Self-Care Backfired – And Nearly Derailed …

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  • 00:00 The rest of the story
  • 01:46 Uncomfortable combination
  • 04:24 You’re not alone

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Heather Cook

Hi, I’m Heather. I’m an Autistic writer, advocate, and life coach, and I'm building a life I love. I help other Autistics to build their own autism-positive life. I love reading, jigsaw puzzles, just about every -ology, and Star Trek!

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