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Rick Glassman: why your people-pleasing is actually a selfish survival tactic
We often mistake people-pleasing for kindness, but Dr. Elena Santos reveals why it's actually a form of self-protective manipulation that kills true intimacy. Discover how to trade 'relational condoms' for radical honesty and use 'reverse charisma' to build deeper connections by making others feel like the most interesting person in the room. This session explores the delicate balance between self-acceptance and the necessary growth required to stop making your quirks everyone else's burden.
Feb 16, 2026