10 Signs of Low Self-Esteem You Need to Watch Out For

4. People-Pleasing Behavior

People-pleasers prioritize others’ needs to gain acceptance. They fear rejection so deeply that they’ll overcommit or say “yes” to everything, even at their own expense.

Example: Agreeing to plans despite feeling exhausted or overwhelmed.

How to Overcome:

• Learn to say “no” with confidence.
• Practice asserting your needs in conversations.
• Understand that rejection doesn’t define your worth.