The Obligation Trap: How Saying “Yes” to Everything Is Draining Your Money, Energy, and Happiness

Are you living your life on other people’s terms?

In this episode, we unpack the obligation trap — the endless cycle of weddings, work happy hours, family gatherings, and social “shoulds” that drain your money, your energy, and your joy.

You’ll hear why so many of us say yes when we want to say no, what it’s actually costing us financially and emotionally, and how obligation-driven living keeps us disconnected from what really matters.

You’ll walk away with:

A clear understanding of how obligations hijack your time, money, and energy

The hidden opportunity cost of living by “shoulds” instead of values

The cultural, social, and psychological roots of people-pleasing

Real-life examples that show how obligation fatigue shows up in everyday life

This is part one of a two-part series. Next time, we’ll dive into the practical steps you can take to break free and start living on your own terms. Keep the conversation going with us on Instagram @everyonestalkinmoney

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