Have you ever been in a situation where you take what other people say to do, without adding any suggestions -- sometimes even without wanting to? Maybe you feel as if people are taking advantage of you? Or just that you aren't going as far as you could? Don't worry, this article can help.

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Break from families' and friends' negative ways.

  1. If the people around you have been dragging them down, cut ties with them. You may have been discouraged from dreaming, or acting in a certain way, or been accused of acting better than your status. Anyone who does that is not someone you should be around often.
    • Of course, it isn't always possible to completely cut ties with these people. Some are coworkers that you need to tolerate, or close family you can't cut out. Ignore those people, and interact with them as little as you can.
    • Recognize when you are uncomfortable and make a conscious choice on how to handle it.[2]
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Expert Q&A

  • Question
    How do I stop following?
    Maggie Mitchell Maggie Mitchell is a Life Coach and the Owner of InnerCoastal Coaching in Raleigh, North Carolina. With more than 15 years of experience, she specializes in helping individuals with communication, anxiety, stress, problem-solving, decision making, meditation, and healthy boundaries. Maggie holds an MS in Counseling Psychology from Gannon University and received her Executive Coach Certificate from The International Coaching Community (ICC).
    Maggie Mitchell
    Life Coach
    Expert Answer
    Letting people know that you have boundaries and aren’t a pushover is key to managing professional and personal relationships in your life. You should be the one in control of how and when things happen.
  • Question
    How can I become popular in my school?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Join clubs and/or sports teams and be active in them. Be friendly to all, and have a positive, confident mood.
  • Question
    How do I stop doing things just because my friends want me to?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    It's hard when you want your friends' approval. Ask yourself what kind of person you want to be. You may lose a few friends initially, but you will earn respect and make better friends when you stand up for what you believe in.
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References

  1. Maggie Mitchell. Life Coach. Expert Interview. 18 October 2021.
  2. Maggie Mitchell. Life Coach. Expert Interview. 18 October 2021.

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This article was co-authored by Maggie Mitchell. Maggie Mitchell is a Life Coach and the Owner of InnerCoastal Coaching in Raleigh, North Carolina. With more than 15 years of experience, she specializes in helping individuals with communication, anxiety, stress, problem-solving, decision making, meditation, and healthy boundaries. Maggie holds an MS in Counseling Psychology from Gannon University and received her Executive Coach Certificate from The International Coaching Community (ICC). This article has been viewed 35,021 times.
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