Approval Addiction: Overcoming Your Need to Please Everyone

Joyce Meyer argues that the habit of chasing other people's approval is a form of bondage, and that it quietly drives choices about work, friendships and family. Working from a Christian framework, she describes how needing to please everyone leaves people anxious, resentful and unable to say no. She sets this against the idea that God's acceptance is already given, and offers steps for letting go of the fear of disappointing others.

It is written for churchgoing readers who are exhausted by people-pleasing and want practical, faith-based encouragement. You get plain-spoken advice on setting boundaries and making decisions without constantly checking who might be offended.

Practical, inward-looking, growth-minded and clear-cut; an easy read.

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