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When Saying No Hurts: Managing Guilt Over Self-Care | The Healing Journey
In this episode of The Healing Journey, host Deanna Shailer explores the heavy, visceral guilt that often follows setting boundaries and saying no to others. This guide is designed for individuals who struggle with people-pleasing, codependency, and the fear of abandonment, offering a compassionate look at why prioritizing self-care feels like a betrayal. When you finally choose yourself over the demands of family, friends, or work, the immediate reaction is rarely relief; instead, it is often a sinking sensation in the chest, tightness in the throat, and a profound sense of having committed…
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