by natalieottomusic | May 26, 2025 | Blog
In this episode we dig into the interrelationship of avoidance and control. Have you ever been guilty of procrastinating on tasks, avoiding social settings or pushing away difficult feelings that feel overwhelming so you can feel in control of your life? I know I...
by natalieottomusic | May 19, 2025 | Blog
Joining us on this episode as we continue our conversation on avoidance is listener favorite, Megan Flores, LPC-MHSP. She describes the difference between willful and blind avoidance (and yes, there’s a difference!) as well as sharing some advice on how to...
by natalieottomusic | May 12, 2025 | Blog
Let’s be honest. We’ve all been in situations where we have either intentionally or unintentionally avoided doing something. Maybe it was a conversation we know we should have had or procrastinated on a task that’s unpleasant or overwhelming (like...
by natalieottomusic | May 5, 2025 | Blog
In this episode of the Eager to Please podcast we start our deep dive in to our new theme, AVOIDANCE, and you know what that means! A new song! “Stay Busy” written with the infamous Steve Seskin, thoughtfully points out why people stay busy (to avoid...
by natalieottomusic | Apr 29, 2025 | Blog
In this episode, we reflect on all we’ve talked about as it relates to the “I’m Fine” phrase and why people tend to say it. It starts with emotional wellness and according to Holly & Scott Stoner, licensed marriage and family therapists, we need to start making...
by natalieottomusic | Apr 21, 2025 | Blog
Why do we feel the need to tell people we’re fine, everything’s fine, when it’s really not? In this episode we sit down with my sister, Michelle Costa, who has lived out this phrase her entire life. Sharing from personal experiences, she digs into...
by natalieottomusic | Apr 16, 2025 | Blog
Change is never easy. In fact, it’s terrifying! But, for the first time in my life, I truly mean it when I say I’m fine. Join me in this episode to find out why! Follow us on Facebook & Instagram @eagertopleasepodcast
by natalieottomusic | Apr 7, 2025 | Blog
Perfect. Balanced. Happy. That’s what I used to think Camelot was until I figured out that place does not exist. Sure, it’s fun to imagine yourself there, but the reality is that those qualities can’t be found externally. In order to find peace,...
by natalieottomusic | Mar 31, 2025 | Blog
What’s up Eager to Pleasers?! Just wanted to check in on you to see how you’re doing and to see what you’ve been up to lately. What changes have you been making to bring yourself closer to finding balance and peace and feeling more in control of...
by natalieottomusic | Mar 24, 2025 | Blog
Change can be scary, but sometimes it’s necessary, even essential, if you’re just going through the motions, not enjoying what you’re doing or how you’re living life. And when you’ve been living your life for everyone else but yourself,...
