Podcast Host: Krystal Centinello
Podcast Series: Reclaim Your Pleasure
Episode Highlights:

• The empowering journey from overwhelmed to empowered through boundaries.
• A personal story of holiday stress, people-pleasing, and the turning point that sparked change.
• Why saying “no” is an act of self-love—and not selfish.
• Actionable steps to start reclaiming your joy today.

In this final episode of Reclaim Your Pleasure, Krystal Centinello shares a heartfelt and relatable story about how she learned to set boundaries after years of trying to be everything to everyone. From feeling guilty about saying "no" to family to discovering how boundaries actually strengthen relationships, Krystal offers actionable insights to help you transition from overwhelmed to empowered.

Whether you’re struggling with burnout, guilt, or tricky family dynamics, this episode provides practical steps to help you reclaim your joy, set boundaries without guilt, and prioritize yourself unapologetically.

1. Why Boundaries Matter:

   • Boundaries reduce stress, prevent burnout, and create healthier relationships.
   • They show others how to love and respect you, fostering mutual understanding.

2. Why We Feel Guilty:

   • Guilt comes from stepping outside societal conditioning that prioritizes others’ needs over our own.
   • Practice and patience help normalize this new, healthy way of living.

3. Actionable Steps to Set Boundaries:

   • Identify your limits and recognize energy-drainers.
   • Start small by saying “no” to low-stakes requests.
   • Practice simple, polite responses to common requests.
   • Use affirmations and visual reminders to reinforce your boundary-setting mindset.

4. A Mindset Shift:

   • Saying “no” doesn’t mean you’re pushing people away—it means you’re creating space for yourself and for relationships that truly matter.

   
   

Kick off the new year empowered and in control! Join Krystal in January for her live workshop:

✨ From Trauma to Triumph: Building Boundaries that Transform ✨

• In just one hour, you’ll learn practical tools to set boundaries and step into your confidence.
• Perfect for recovering people-pleasers who want to reclaim their time and energy in 2025.
• Stay tuned for more details on Instagram @completecoachingwithkrystal or sign up today here.

• Listen Next: Check out Normal but Not, Krystal’s other podcast where she dives into real-life struggles like people-pleasing, dysfunctional family dynamics, and overcoming guilt. This week’s episode: Is it Normal to Compare Ourselves to Others?
• Follow Krystal: Get daily tips and inspiration on Instagram @completecoachingwithkrystal.

Don’t forget to subscribe to Reclaim Your Pleasure and leave a review to help others find this life-changing content!

In this episode, Krystal Centinello, your trauma-informed boundaries and empowerment coach, dives into the art of setting boundaries without guilt. She shares personal stories, actionable tips, and relatable examples to help you:

• Understand the difference between boundaries and requests.
• Say "no" confidently without guilt.
• Protect your time, energy, and well-being.

Learn how to shift from people-pleasing to empowered boundary-setting, and discover why boundaries are not only essential for you but also a gift to others.

Resources Mentioned:

• Setting Boundaries Without Guilt Cheat Sheet
• Follow Krystal on Instagram: @CompleteCoachingWithKrystal

Takeaways:

1. Boundaries are about your actions, not controlling others.
2. Guilt is a natural response but doesn’t mean you’re wrong.
3. Practice makes progress—start small and stay consistent.

Join the conversation! Share your boundary wins with Krystal on Instagram or download her free cheat sheet to take the next step in reclaiming your power.

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Episode Summary:
Welcome to Reclaim Your Pleasure with your host, Krystal, a recovering people-pleaser turned boundaries coach! In today’s episode, we’re unpacking a sneaky truth: people-pleasing feels good because it comes with hidden perks. But those perks? They’re not sustainable, and they’re holding us back from living authentically. Join Krystal as she explores why we cling to people-pleasing, what it’s really costing us, and how to start letting it go without losing ourselves (or our relationships) in the process.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The surprising perks of people-pleasing (and why we get hooked on them).
• How people-pleasing helped us survive childhood but now sabotages our adult lives.
• The psychological concept of “secondary benefits” and how it keeps us stuck.
• Three actionable steps to ease out of people-pleasing and embrace authentic living.
• Why being called a “bitch” might just be a compliment in disguise.

Actionable Takeaways:

1. Get comfortable with discomfort: Start small by saying “no” to low-stakes requests.
2. Reframe boundaries: Think of them as fences that protect your energy, not walls to shut people out.
3. Release the need for universal approval: You can’t make everyone happy, and that’s okay.

Mentioned in this Episode:

• The concept of maladaptive childhood survival tactics (inspired by Terry Real).
• Krystal’s favorite mantra: “Their opinion does not define your worth.”
• The power of embracing “Bad Bitch Energy” to set clear, respectful boundaries.

Let’s Connect:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/completecoachingwithkrystal/
• Website: krystalcentinello.com

Share the Love:
If this episode resonated with you, don’t keep it to yourself! Share it with a fellow recovering people-pleaser or tag me on Instagram with your favorite takeaway. And don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review to help others reclaim their pleasure, too!

Do you constantly worry about being abandoned or disliked? Do you find yourself bending over backwards to please others?

This episode tackles the fear of abandonment and its connection to people-pleasing behavior. Coach Krystal Centinello dives deep into the root of this fear, how it keeps you stuck, and most importantly, how to overcome it.

You'll learn:

• How the fear of abandonment manifests as people-pleasing
• Why being true to yourself attracts the "right people"
• Practical steps to break free from the people-pleasing cycle
• How to set boundaries and start living for yourself

This episode is for anyone who wants to stop seeking approval and embrace their authentic self.

In this raw and powerful episode, Krystal pulls back the curtain on her journey from chronic people-pleasing to a life of clear, unapologetic boundaries. From a place of total burnout—juggling a demanding job, an unsupportive marriage, and endless obligations—Krystal found herself literally sick from giving too much to everyone but herself. She shares how relentless stress took a toll on her body, manifesting in migraines, gut issues, and constant fatigue. When her body finally forced her to slow down, she discovered how saying “no” could be her greatest act of self-care.

This episode dives deep into the consequences of constant people-pleasing, the role of energy vampires, and Krystal's realization that healing required boundaries. With insights from Dr. Gabor Mate and Dr. Christiane Northrup, Krystal explores the transformative power of saying “no” and introduces the “7 A’s of Healing” that guided her back to health. If you’ve ever felt trapped by others’ expectations or drained by your own urge to please, this episode will empower you to reclaim your energy and set boundaries without guilt.

Tune in for practical, actionable steps to start saying no, identify energy drainers, and make small changes that lead to big shifts. Ready to put yourself first? Join Krystal on this journey to freedom from people-pleasing and reclaim the vibrant life you deserve.