You Are Not My Friend

I told my therapist that I am nice because I want other people to like me. I go the extra mile to please people. For that reason things are expected, underappreciated, and taken for granted.

Stick to my plans. Do not be coerced to do more. "No" is a complete sentence.

Many have given this advice but when the time comes I cave in. I make concessions. I get overwhelmed with anxiety. I end up in tears.

I bend over backwards for others who would not do the same for me. If they cared they
would not treat me that way. Respect.

Being nice to everyone means I am not being nice to myself.