Meredith opens up about one of life’s hardest lessons — realizing that no matter how kind or thoughtful you are, you can’t make everyone happy.

She explores why people sometimes get mad at you for reasons that have nothing to do with you, and how learning to release that need for approval can bring real freedom. With honesty, humor, and heart, Meredith reminds listeners that being nice doesn’t mean being a doormat — and that true happiness starts from within.

Key Takeaway:

“When you step back and say, ‘Okay, they’re allowed to feel how they feel, and I’m allowed to not absorb it,’  that’s where your peace begins.”

This episode is for anyone who’s ever carried other people’s moods, tried too hard to keep everyone happy, or felt guilty for protecting their peace.

It’s a gentle reminder that letting go isn’t giving up — it’s growing up.

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