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Are copycats just misguided people pleasers?

Are copycats just misguided people pleasers?

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May 30, 2023
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Artichokes with butter sauce were my mom’s favorite birthday meal

Since starting therapy again, I have been thinking a lot about people-pleasing. When I became aware of the term people pleaser I imagined someone who is always making other people happy, spreading joy to their friends and neighbors. They may secretly hold a grudge, but are more or less ok being of service to the greater good. Turns out, the symptoms and underlying motivations of people pleasers are not that cute.

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