One of the most interesting and counterintuitive things about boundaries is that the thicker and stronger they are, the closer and happier your relationships become. If you think of a boundary as a big, strong wall that protects you from the behaviors of others that impact you negatively, it can be hard to imagine that […]
There are many ways to get stuck in life and they all tend to have one thing in common: the underlying forces keeping us stuck lie beneath the surface. It’s said that approximately 80% of the things we do each day are based on our automatic ways of thinking and approaching situations. So, if we […]
With so much more to do than can possibly be done, setting boundaries by saying “no” to things you cannot do, or simply don’t want to do, can be a practical and liberating stress-relief tool. In addition, the ability to confidently speak up improves relationships and performance. If you have trouble saying no, whether it’s […]
For many of us, a new year brings a renewed energy to pursue opportunities, set goals, and create positive change in our lives. We start the year with excitement and drive as we take initial steps toward pursuing these resolutions. All too often, beyond these initial steps lies fear, frustration, or discouragement because stage two […]