Building Your Fortress: The Art of Setting Boundaries in Recovery
Boundaries help you define what you are comfortable with and how you would like to be treated by others. They act as perimeters for knowing what to expect in a relationship, and they're a way that we ask people to show up by upholding our needs.
Ever wondered how setting boundaries could change your recovery journey? In this episode of 'Breaking Free: Your Recovery. Your Way.', hosts Tiffany and Liv dive into the transformative power of personal boundaries. Forget about the lines on a map; these boundaries are all about protecting your well-being and fostering healthy relationships. Tiffany kicks things off by sharing her view on boundaries as a way to honor your needs without trying to fix others.
She references a thought-provoking blog post from loveisrespect.org that breaks down what boundaries look like in relationships. Liv chimes in with her own experiences and introduces the brilliant insights of Nedra Tawwab, a guru on the subject. The duo also discusses the common pitfalls they faced before embracing boundaries, such as harboring resentment. They highlight Melody Beattie's classic, 'Codependent No More', as a must-read for anyone struggling with codependency issues.
The episode is packed with practical advice, including how to set boundaries even during conflicts. Veronica Valli of Soberful offers a gem of wisdom: 'Say what you mean, mean what you say, and say it without being mean'. Tiffany and Liv wrap up by encouraging listeners to be gentle with themselves as they navigate this challenging but rewarding aspect of recovery. Tune in to learn how setting boundaries can empower you to thrive independently and celebrate your unique recovery journey.