S12 E4 | How To Set Healthy Boundaries Without Damaging Relationships

Healthy relationships require healthy boundaries — even with family members. While dysfunction or even abuse needs to be addressed, are there instances where we have taken boundaries "too far"?

In this episode, you'll learn:

• When relational boundaries become unhealthy, leading to cutoffs, emotional distance, or family estrangement.
• How to set boundaries with family members in a way that increases safety, improves communication, and reduces isolation.
• How to protect your emotional health without attempting to control another person.

Links and Resources We Mention in This Episode:

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