<p>Today, as we continue our Over It: When Enough is Enough series, we’re getting real about the exhausting cycle of overcompensating. It’s that drive to do anything and everything to mask our deep-seated fear of not being enough—and chances are, we all do it in one way or another. We dig into the root of this insecurity and what it looks like in everyday life, from constant validation-seeking and people-pleasing to perfectionism and trying to control every outcome. We explore how these behaviors can actually amplify our insecurities instead of quieting them, leaving us exhausted and blocked from genuine growth. We also discuss the cost of this performance on our relationships and well-being. Finally, we share practical tips to stop overcompensating, including naming the motive (love or fear?), practicing small acts of vulnerability, and affirming your worth without having to prove it. Let’s stop trying to earn what’s already true—and start living from the freedom of knowing we’re enough. </p>