We all consider other people when making important decisions. Family, significant others, and friends all play roles in our choices, especially when our choices impact others. Sometimes we are too nice for our own good! Make sure that you decide to make your own happiness a top priority, or you’ll risk driving yourself crazy.

I’m not giving you permission to decide to be a total jerk. If you’re considering moving for a new job and dragging your spouse and children cross-country, then you should decide to factor in their best interests as well as your own. But if you are deciding on a boyfriend or presidential candidate, don’t get bogged down with too much external pressure. Your family and friends may give you their two cents, but you’re the one who has to live with your decision, so don’t forget to take care of yourself. You’ve probably heard it a million times, but if you don’t put yourself first, who will?

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