Normal but Not

Ever feel like self-care is just another thing on your to-do list? Or that it requires a $400 spa day you don’t have time or money for? SAME. In this episode of Normal but Not , we’re getting real about why self-care feels so damn hard—and how to make it work for you without the guilt, the pressure, or the overpriced candles. 🔥 In This Episode, We Cover: ✅ Why self-care isn’t about luxury—it’s a...

Ever felt like you had to shrink yourself to keep the peace? In this episode of Normal but Not , I sit down with Danielle Merrill—certified sacred geometry worker, customer relations manager, yoga instructor, actress, and fellow recovering people-pleaser—to dive into the lasting impact of emotionally immature parents. We share personal stories of people-pleasing, the power of awareness in breaking...

Description: In this special episode of Normal but Not , I’m joined by my husband to explore what it’s like to support a recovering people-pleaser in a relationship. We dive into how my people-pleasing tendencies showed up early in our relationship, the challenges that came with learning to set boundaries, and how we’ve grown together through the process. If you’ve ever felt like you have to be ev...

"Is It Normal to Feel Uncomfortable Around Straightforward People?" Hi, I’m Krystal, a trauma-informed coach and recovering people-pleaser, here to help you reclaim your power, find your voice, and set boundaries without guilt. Welcome to Normal but Not, the podcast where we unpack behaviors that feel “normal” but aren’t always helpful. In this episode, we’re tackling a big question: Is...

Episode #12 – Is It Normal to Become a People-Pleaser After Growing Up with an Angry Parent? Introduction Welcome back to Normal but Not ! I’m Krystal Centinello, your trauma-informed boundaries and empowerment coach, helping recovering people-pleasers like you step into your power and authenticity. If you’ve ever spent your childhood walking on eggshells around a short-tempered parent, trying to...

Show Notes: Episode #11 – Is It Normal to Be Sensitive to Criticism? Episode Summary Welcome to Normal but Not ! In today’s episode, we’re diving into a topic that strikes a chord with so many: sensitivity to criticism. If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by fear of judgment or found yourself people-pleasing to avoid conflict, this conversation is for you. We’ll explore: How enmeshed family systems shap...

Episode Title : Is It Normal to Be Drawn to or Retreat from Grandiose Personalities? Episode Summary : In this episode of Normal but Not , we dive into the fascinating—and often misunderstood—dynamic between people pleasers and grandiose personalities. Why are some of us irresistibly drawn to—or instinctively retreat from—narcissistic traits? I explore this "normal but not" connection, peeling bac...

Episode Summary People-pleasing may seem normal , but it’s far from healthy. In this episode of Normal but Not , Krystal Centinello unpacks the truth behind people-pleasing behaviors and explores the four main types of people pleasers: The Caretaker, The Peacekeeper, The True Pleaser, and The Manager. Drawing from her personal experiences and trauma-informed expertise, Krystal breaks down how thes...

In this episode of Normal but Not , Krystal Centinello dives into the comparison trap we all fall into—especially on social media. Is it normal to feel like you don’t measure up? Yes. But is it healthy? Not so much. Krystal shares personal stories, explores why we compare ourselves to others, and offers actionable steps to break free from the toxic spiral of self-doubt. What You’ll Learn: Why comp...

Welcome to Normal but Not ! In this episode, Krystal is joined by Kyra Newton, a Somatic Trauma Resolution practitioner dedicated to helping women regulate their nervous systems, release stored trauma, and heal emotional wounds somatically. Together, they explore how emotions get trapped in the body, why it’s crucial to feel boundaries instead of just setting them, and how to somatically heal for...

Episode 6: Is Guilt Normal? Letting Go of Guilt to Reclaim Your Power Welcome back to Normal but Not ! In this episode, host Krystal Centinello dives into the heavy and often misunderstood topic of guilt —a feeling that’s all too familiar for people-pleasers. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by guilt for setting boundaries, putting yourself first, or saying “no,” this episode is for you. Krystal s...

Welcome to  Normal but Not ! I’m Krystal Centinello, a trauma-informed coach here to help people-pleasers reclaim their power, set healthy boundaries, and live authentically. Today, we’re diving into one of the most universal but hidden fears many of us carry: the fear of being abandoned or disliked. In this episode, I share my own story of staying in an emotionally abusive relationship due to a d...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Normal but Not , Krystal delves into a complex topic that resonates with many adult children of alcoholics: growing up with a “fun” or “functional” alcoholic parent. This parent may have seemed like the life of the party, but beneath the surface, their actions often brought hidden dysfunction and unspoken pain. Krystal is joined by Jess Frost, a self-leadership...

In this episode of Normal but Not, we’re asking a tough question: Is burnout just part of life, or are we accepting a “normal” that’s draining us dry? I dive into the common but hidden causes of burnout, especially for those of us who tend to overextend for others. From the personal stories of exhaustion that shaped my own journey to the real science behind why people-pleasers are particularly at...

In this episode of Normal but Not, we’re diving into one of the most common people-pleasing habits—saying 'yes' when you really want to say 'no.' I’ll share personal stories from my own journey of overcoming this pattern, plus we’ll explore why it feels so ‘normal’ to sacrifice your own needs for others. You’ll hear the research behind why people-pleasing can lead to burnout and how it’s not as no...

In this episode of "Normal, But Not," host Krystal Centinello dives deep into the concept of "good girl conditioning" and how it affects our well-being as adults. She explores the ingrained habits of people-pleasing, over-apologizing, and prioritizing others' needs at the expense of our own happiness. Krystal shares relatable anecdotes and practical steps to help listeners break free from these pa...