People pleasing isn’t easy to overcome. But if you continue on down this path, you might find yourself habitually abandoning yourself in favor of everyone else. And over time, that’s likely to hurt your mental health, your relationships, and even your job.

Extracurricular activities are a great way for kids and teens to explore new hobbies, develop important skills, and make new friends. But balancing extracurriculars with the demands of school and social life can become overwhelming for developing kids.