The Cost of Saying Yes When You Really Want to Say No

The Cost of Saying Yes When You Really Want to Say No

Have you ever found yourself saying yes, not because you wanted to, but because it felt easier than facing the discomfort of saying no?

In this deeply honest episode of The Filosophy Podcast, I share a personal moment where I almost betrayed my own values under the mask of kindness. What started as a simple ask for help became a powerful lesson in boundaries, self-responsibility, and nervous system awareness.

You'll hear me unpack:

• Why intuition speaks before your brain catches up

• How people-pleasing, scarcity, and the “rescuer” mask show up

• What it really means to honour your values when no one else understands

• How to pause, reset, and respond in alignment

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⚠️ Content Note: This episode includes a reference to a situation involving domestic violence (not discussed in detail). Please listen in a way that feels safe and supportive for you.