I’ve Tried Being Nice: Humor, Wisdom, and People-pleasing with Ann Leary

Dr. Dan interviews author Ann Leary about her new collection of essays I’ve Tried Being Nice.   With wit and candor, Ann Leary casts a wry backward glance at a life spent trying—and often failing—to be nice. She reveals to Dr. Dan how reaching a certain age finally put an end to her lifetime of people-pleasing. Today’s interview is filled with equal parts humor and wisdom. Ann Leary is a New York Times bestselling author. Her novel, The Good House was adapted as a motion picture starring Sigourney Weaver and Kevin Kline. Ann and her husband actor and comedian Denis Leary live in New York. Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode).  Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (X). Learn about more podcasts @exactlyright on Instagram. Please listen, follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Please support our podcast by shopping our latest sponsor deals and promotions at this link: https://bit.ly/4bqTWJ2 For more information: www.exactlyrightmedia.com  www.drdanpeters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Make It a Great One with Dr. Dan is a weekly podcast that invites you to discover your purpose, explore new possibilities, and live in alignment with your true self.   Hosted by Psychologist and Executive Coach Dr. Dan Peters, the show features inspiring interviews with thought leaders and experts designed to ignite hope, deepen self-awareness, and provide actionable wisdom. Each episode is designed to empower you to become a better version of yourself and make a positive impact on the world around you.   With new episodes every Thursday, Make It a Great One offers a dose of inspiration, motivation, and practical guidance to support your personal growth and fulfillment. Tune in to unlock new possibilities, cultivate hope, and begin living the life you’ve always envisioned. Through profound insights and grounded guidance, Dr. Dan will help you make every moment, every day, and your life, a great one.    We have this moment, this day, and this life—let’s make it a great one.