When Pleasing Others Is Hurting You

You want to do the right thing-to take care of your family, to be a good employee, to "be there" for your friends. And you're good at it. Everyone knows they can depend on you-so they do. But are you really doing what's best for them? And what about you-are you growing? Are you happy and relaxed? Are you excited about your gifts and your calling, or do you sometimes think, "I don't even know what I want anymore." Find out why you have trouble saying no. Learn why you feel accepted only when you are producing. And finally experience the deep joy and peace that come with serving other people out of your abundance, not out of your need.

Christians who forfeit their God-given calling and identity in order to please others move from servanthood to codependency. How can they get back on track?