{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Headstraight: Mental Health Support for Teens","title":"The Real Reason You Can’t Put Yourself First","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/dacc91ad\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":490,"description":"Do you find yourself putting other people's needs ahead of your own, even when it's leaving you exhausted, frustrated or unhappy? Many young people struggle to put themselves first and often feel guilty when they try.In this episode of Headstraight, we explore why people pleasing develops, where that guilt comes from and why saying no can feel so uncomfortable. You'll learn how self doubt, fear of disappointing others and old patterns of coping can make it difficult to prioritise your own needs.If you've ever felt responsible for everyone else's happiness, this episode offers practical guidance on setting healthier boundaries, building confidence and creating relationships that don't depend on you constantly putting yourself last.Headstraight is a teen mental health podcast providing practical mental health support for teens and young people. Want the Cheet Sheet? Click on the Link or copy and paste the following into your browser:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wCqJoK6OffPxfb1HT_YoXckfnCald7j3/edit?usp=sharing Want to get involved?I’d love to hear from you:Send me a message → headstraight.co.uk/contactLeave me a voice note → headstraight.co.uk/voicemailShare your feedback by leaving a review (it helps more young people find the podcast) → headstraight.co.uk/reviews/newExplore more from Headstraight:Read the blog version of every episode, packed with extra insights on self-sabotage, motivation, resilience, and mental health → headstraight.co.uk/blogFind out more about me, the host, and why I started this podcast → headstraight.co.uk/aboutNeed support right now?If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or in crisis, visit our Resources pagefor helplines, mental health services, and support options available in the UK and across the world.Headstraight: Real Teen Mental Health Support is built on honest conversations — proper Mental Health real talks that make sense in real life. Each episode brings real talk mental health guidance designed to offer steady...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/oDwiUb4jNa7aj2uZxeBjkS8oLTrXFOgOy4XbEmNZe2E/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hZTg1/OGZjMzkxN2I2ZDdl/ODExMDdlYmVkMTZh/NTNlZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}