Encouragement Minus The Sermon

Welcome to Encouragement Minus The Sermon! This channel is your go-to space for personal growth, mental well-being, and building stronger connections with yourself and others. We tackle the big stuff—stress, anxiety, loneliness, and more—with practical insights and uplifting advice, no preaching or judgment here. Whether you're a parent, professional, dreamer, or just navigating life’s challenges, this content is designed to inspire you to keep going, try new things, and see your struggles from a fresh perspective. From self-improvement tips to strategies for thriving in relationships and work, this podcast is here to remind you: You’ve got this! Subscribe for weekly encouragement to grow, heal, and live your best life—without the sermon.

The Hidden Reason People-Pleasers Are So Hard on Themselves (and How to Get Free) 02/12/2026

The Hidden Reason People-Pleasers Are So Hard on Themselves (and How to Get Free) If you’re a lifelong people‑pleaser who looks “put together” on the outside but is exhausted, anxious, or burned out on the inside… this 92‑minute masterclass is for you. In this deep dive, we unpack the hidden reason people‑pleasers are so hard on themselves — and how to begin getting free from your inner critic, self‑hatred, and quiet burnout. You’ll get a gentle, practical roadmap for burnout recovery, emotional exhaustion, and building a healthier relationship with yourself, so you can finally learn how to be on your own side. Most of us were never given a healthy “GPS” for our inner world. We learned how to achieve, perform, help, and stay strong for everyone else… but not how to understand: -Why we became people‑pleasers in the first place -Why our self‑talk is so harsh and unforgiving -Why we feel responsible for everyone else’s emotions -Why slowing down feels unsafe, lazy, or selfish In this masterclass, we slow down and actually map what’s going on inside you so you can move from quiet performance and “I’m fine” pretending… to honest, grounded presence and real self‑compassion. You’ll learn: – Why your negative self‑talk and inner critic are so loud (especially for people‑pleasers) – How imposter syndrome shows up even when you look “successful” – The link between shame, self‑forgiveness, and the stories you tell yourself – “Childhood gravity”: how early experiences still pull on you today – Why you feel responsible for everyone else’s emotions – How fear, control, and anxiety keep your body on high alert – The subtle ways we numb and self‑medicate (without even calling it that) – How trying to impress people actually makes you feel less safe and seen – Why overwork, hustle, and burnout can feel easier than slowing down – What you’ve quietly married your identity and worth to – Emotional regulation and why your body often knows the truth first – Embodiment and inner child / reparenting in normal human language – Boundaries with yourself (not just with other people) – Grief and endings: when something can be complete without being a failure – Character vs. competence: the parts of you that can’t be microwaved – Intentions vs. impact: repairing without shame or self‑hatred – A brief Enneagram snapshot to make sense of your patterns as a people‑pleaser This is a safe, honest, judgment‑free space for overwhelmed humans, recovering people‑pleasers, high performers, executives, and leaders who are tired of pretending everything’s fine while they’re running on empty inside. You’re not broken. You just never got language, tools, and a map for your inner world. This episode is designed to help you wipe some of the “smudges on your glasses” so you can see yourself, others, and God with more clarity — and move toward a life with more meaning, purpose, and genuine peace. Listen to this when you’re ready to stop people‑pleasing, stop performing, and start being on your own side. #peoplepleasing #peoplepleaser #innercritic #selfcriticism #emotionalhealth #burnoutrecovery #emotionalburnout #anxiety #impostersyndrome #overcomingShame #selfworth #selfcompassion #innerhealing #emotionalregulation #boundaries #grief #innerchild #traumahealing #Enneagram #selfawareness #personalgrowth Website: https://encouragementminusthesermon.com #encouragementminusthesermon #enneagram Disclaimer: This channel offers general encouragement and personal growth insights and is not a substitute for professional mental health or medical care. /episode/index/show/4edf0250-275b-441e-97a3-2699fbe23709/id/40083095

The Invisible Pattern Destroying Your Relationship (And How the Enneagram Helps You Break It) 02/12/2026

The Invisible Pattern Destroying Your Relationship (And How the Enneagram Helps You Break It) Why do you keep having the same fights in your relationships — even when you’re trying to communicate well? Most relationship problems aren’t caused by what you said in the last argument… they’re driven by an invisible pattern that’s been running the show for years. 📘 In this episode, we’ll look at the invisible patterns quietly shaping how you react in relationships — and why it can feel like you’re stuck in the same arguments on repeat. Using a real (and slightly ridiculous) argument my wife and I had over a grocery receipt and some books, I’ll walk you through: • Why “You’re not listening!” moments keep happening — even when you repeat back what you heard • The difference between behaviour-level problems and what’s really going on underneath • How fear, motivation, and wiring shape your reactions — and theirs • How this same pattern shows up for executives, athletes, creatives, parents, and students • How the Enneagram gives language to what’s driving you below the surface Then we’ll walk through the 9 core Enneagram patterns in relationships so you can: • Recognize the pattern that’s been quietly running in the background • See why certain people or situations trigger you more than others • Respond with more clarity, compassion, and healthier boundaries — instead of reacting on autopilot If you’ve ever thought, “Why does this keep happening?” — or felt like you’re sabotaging your own relationships without meaning to — this episode will help you understand the invisible pattern behind it, and how to begin breaking it. This is a shame-free, judgment-free space. No sermons. Just honest tools to help you have healthier relationships with yourself and the people you care about. #relationshippatterns #emotionalhealth #Relationships #Enneagram #SelfAwareness #CommunicationSkills #PersonalGrowth Encouragement Minus the Sermon is a safe, honest, judgment-free space for people who want healthier relationships — with themselves and with others — without sermons, shame, or pressure. I’m Mike Hauser — iEQ9-certified Enneagram coach and recovering people-pleaser. For over two decades, I’ve helped individuals, couples, and leaders navigate identity struggles, emotional health, unhealthy patterns, and complicated relationships with empathy and zero preaching. This channel is for thoughtful people who want something more grounded and real than surface-level advice. Here you’ll find conversations around: • Self — emotional clarity, identity, shame, self-awareness, and healing • Others — boundaries, communication, conflict repair, and real connection • Faith & meaning — thoughtful spiritual exploration for those who are open, without pressure or religious baggage Real stories, practical insights, Enneagram wisdom, honest reflection, and the occasional laugh ical insights, Enneagram wisdom, honest reflection, and the occasional laugh — never hype or sermons. 🎯 Work With Mike (Enneagram Coaching, Relationships, Personal Growth): Disclaimer: This channel offers general encouragement and personal growth insights and is not a substitute for professional mental health or medical care. /episode/index/show/4edf0250-275b-441e-97a3-2699fbe23709/id/40083025

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