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“My eagerness to please sometimes gets the better of me.” quote by John Lithgow
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“My eagerness to please sometimes gets the better of me.”

John Lithgow

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Late Show, 2015

Desire to please others can dominate personal decisions, leading to self‑neglect.

In simple terms: People‑pleasing can overwhelm you.

Key Takeaway

Balance personal needs with others’.

Themes

self‑care boundaries people‑pleasing

Mood

reflective empathetic

Type

personal advice

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • family
  • social media

Key Concepts

psychology behavioral

Questions to Reflect On

  • When have you ignored your own needs?
  • How can you set healthier boundaries?
A Different Perspective

Over‑prioritizing others may cause burnout.

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