GUIDE TO SETTING HEALTHY BOUNDARIES
💜 Set Healthy Boundaries
Stop people-pleasing, protect your energy, and say no without guilt
You’re Exhausted, Resentful & Overwhelmed
You say yes when you mean no. Take on everyone’s problems. Feel guilty for having needs. Answer emails at 10pm. You’re constantly depleted.
You don’t have a time management problem. You have a boundary problem. And nobody ever taught you how to set them.
What You’ll Learn
Everything you need to set boundaries and stick to them
Understanding Boundaries
The 6 types of boundaries: physical, emotional, time, mental, material, sexual. What they are, why they matter.
40+ Sign Assessment
Complete checklist to identify where YOU need better boundaries. People-pleasing, resentment, work-life imbalance, relationship issues.
Step-by-Step How-To
The boundary-setting formula: clear statement + consequence + follow through. Exactly how to set boundaries that stick.
Ready-to-Use Scripts
Word-for-word scripts for work, family, friends, romantic relationships. What to say when setting boundaries.
Handling Pushback
What to do when people guilt trip, gaslight, play victim, get angry. How to stand firm when they push back.
30-Day Challenge
Week-by-week plan to build boundary skills. Start small, build momentum, establish foundational boundaries.
Inside Your 50+ Page Guide
Your complete boundary-setting toolkit
- The 6 types of boundaries with examples and violation signs
- 40+ sign assessment: do you need better boundaries?
- Step-by-step boundary-setting formula (statement + consequence + follow through)
- Word-for-word scripts for work boundaries (after-hours, extra work, interruptions)
- Family boundary scripts (advice, surprise visits, free labor expectations)
- Friend boundary scripts (emotional dumping, money, canceling)
- Romantic relationship boundary scripts (alone time, privacy, conflict)
- Pushback tactics table: guilt trips, gaslighting, victim-playing, anger, bargaining
- How to respond to each pushback tactic
- 30-day boundary-building challenge (week-by-week action plan)
- Boundary tracker & reflection pages
- Notes pages for processing feelings and planning conversations
Reclaim Your Life Today
Download your free guide and start setting boundaries
“I used to say yes to everything and resent everyone. This guide gave me the exact words to set boundaries at work and with my family. My boss tried the guilt trip, I used the script in the guide, and I stood firm. For the first time in years, I have my evenings back. The 30-day challenge works!”
💜 Boundary-Setting Resources
Books, journals, and tools to support your boundary journey
Essential Boundary-Setting Books
“Set Boundaries, Find Peace” by Nedra Glover Tawwab – THE modern boundary bible. “Boundaries” by Cloud & Townsend – Classic 5+ million copies sold. “The Drama-Free Way” focusing on difficult relationships. “Where to Draw the Line” with practical exercises. Life-changing reads with comprehensive guidance.
Shop Boundary Books on Amazon →Overcoming People-Pleasing & Codependency
“The Disease to Please” by Harriet Braiker PhD – Cure people-pleasing syndrome. “Codependent No More” by Melody Beattie – Classic 8+ million copies. “The Power of Saying No” by Vanessa Patrick PhD – Research-backed strategies. Stop controlling others, start caring for yourself.
Shop People-Pleasing Books on Amazon →Communication & Assertiveness Skills
“Nonviolent Communication” by Marshall Rosenberg PhD – Express needs without attack. Compassionate communication essential for boundaries. “Crucial Conversations” by Kerry Patterson – Handle difficult high-stakes discussions. Proven tools for tough conversations.
Shop Communication Books on Amazon →Boundary Workbooks & Journals
Boundaries Workbook by Cloud & Townsend with exercises and assessments. Guided therapy journals with daily prompts to process emotions. Self-care journals for tracking habits and gratitude. Work through boundary concepts with structured reflection pages.
Shop Workbooks & Journals on Amazon →Self-Care & Stress Relief Tools
Weighted blankets (15-20 lbs) reduce anxiety and improve sleep. Essential oil diffusers with lavender and chamomile for relaxation. Positive affirmation cards for daily encouragement. Combat guilt and reinforce self-worth during boundary-setting journey.
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