Clear thoughts . . . & well written. While I cannot agree more on the need to stand up for yourself & not be a door mat, I must confess to being a bit of a people pleaser at times . . . more out of concern as not to hurt somebody's feelings. But you are right when you say 'People are responsible for their own emotions and reactions'.
Well put! Yes, the people pleasing is often about making sure other people's feelings are not hurt as you say. I recognise that a lot. I find that the trouble happens for me, when my own feelings are put aside in order to facilitate someone else's. Thanks for your comment!