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Someone working a full-time job can spend more time at work during the week than they spend sleeping. People’s jobs take up a huge amount of their time and energy. This can be beneficial; work can provide friends, structure, and a purpose. But this isn’t the case for many. Work is also responsible for many mental and physical health problems. These days, we take it as a given that no one likes their jobs and that toxic work environments are the norm. This feels incredibly disempowering. But it doesn’t have to be like this. You may not be able to change Learn More

This week’s post is for anyone who has a goal of setting boundaries without feely guilty. It’s a worthy goal. It would undoubtedly make boundary-setting easier. But is it obtainable? Unfortunately, most of us will never realize the dream of setting boundaries without feeling a little guilty. In our experience, people always experience some level of discomfort when establishing and maintaining personal boundaries. 10 tips for setting boundaries without feeling quite so guilty Now that you’ve heard the bad news, here’s the good news: it’s possible to reduce guilt when setting personal boundaries. There are ways to manage and tolerate it Learn More

I was recently inspired to start a blog series on the topic of boundaries. The first post explained what boundaries are and why they’re important. Then I followed up with a four-step process for establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries. This time, we explore common mistakes when starting to establish and enforce boundaries. Setting boundaries is hard, but you can make it a little easier by avoiding these blunders. Here are 10 mistakes we often see, along with our tips for setting boundaries that last. 1.      Prioritizing everything There’s an old saying that if you want something done right, do it yourself. Learn More

Last time I wrote about boundaries, I explained what boundaries are and why they are important. This week's post will teach you about establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries through a simple four-step process. Setting boundaries is never easy, but we hope this process will reduce your level of discomfort and increase your chances of success. Step 1: Identifying areas where you need personal boundaries If you're inexperienced with boundaries, you may be wondering what kinds you need. Check out this video to learn about six different realms in which you should consider boundaries. No one can tell you what your boundaries Learn More

I recently read Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab. Her book breaks down the concept of boundaries in such a straightforward, easy-to-digest way that I have started recommending it to my clients. I was also inspired to start a blog series on this topic. This week’s post is an introduction to boundaries—perfect for anyone new to the concept. I’ll answer the common question “What are boundaries?” and explain why boundaries are important. I’ll also provide examples of the types of boundaries people usually set. What are boundaries? Boundaries are the lines and limits you create between yourself and other Learn More

Never before have we had so many outlets for personal expression. Thanks to smartphones and social media, it seems privacy has become a thing of the past. Everyone — from long-lost high school classmates to the barista at your local cafe — is sharing too much information (TMI). And they expect others to do the same. In the face of this sea change, it may be challenging to embrace the concept of boundaries — especially when it comes to unwanted private messages! Learn More