Why being the 'good kid' is actually toxic
If you suffer from good kid syndrome, your need for approval is likely sabotaging your relationships.
We examine how rooting your identity in performance-based self-worth creates toxic relationships and fuels quiet resentment toward those who don't meet your standards. Learn to recognize the emotional manipulation inherent in people-pleasing before you burn out completely.
This video is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis or having thoughts of harming yourself, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or go to your nearest emergency room.
About Michael
I'm Michael, a mental health creator, recovered alcoholic, future therapist, and the host of Sober Psychology. After realizing how much of the traditional mental health conversation misses the mark, I decided to build a space dedicated to raw, unfiltered self-examination and personal healing. My approach combines psychological principles with brutal honesty and hard truths, cutting through the noise to help people navigate their own growth. No toxic positivity, no hidden shame—just real conversations about what it actually takes to heal.