Esther Kane, MSW, RSW, RCC
Esther Kane, MSW, RSW, RCC
Boundaries 101 with Esther Kane
Boundaries 101 with Esther Kane
Boundaries 101 with Esther Kane
Wednesday 23rd November 2022
Join Esther Kane on 'Compassionate Conversations' to learn how to set healthy boundaries, recognize unhealthy ones, and enhance your emotional well-being.
10 minutes
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Author:
Esther Kane, MSW, RSW, RCC
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Navigating Intimate Relationships
Healing Relationships
Recovery from Trauma
Sobriety Toolkit
Relationships & Community
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Get the buttons here!Mastering Boundaries: Esther Kane's Guide to Healthier Relationships
Healthy boundaries are flexible enough that we can choose what to let in and what to keep out. We can determine to exclude meanness and hostility and let in affection, kindness, and positive regard.
Imagine a life where you can confidently say 'no' without guilt or fear. In this episode of 'Compassionate Conversations', seasoned psychotherapist Esther Kane dives into the art of setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. Drawing from over 25 years of experience, Esther breaks down the different types of boundaries—material, time, physical, mental, and emotional—and how each can protect your well-being and enhance your relationships.
She shares real-life examples and practical tips to help you recognize when your boundaries are being crossed and how to assert them effectively. Ever felt overwhelmed by someone else's emotions or demands? Esther explains how indistinct emotional boundaries can lead to codependency and stress. She emphasizes the importance of separating your feelings from others and standing firm in your values and needs.
You'll learn to identify unhealthy boundaries through common signs like feeling drained by others, compromising your values, or letting others dictate your life. But it’s not all theory. Esther provides actionable exercises from Anne Catherine's book 'Boundaries- Where You End and I Begin'. One exercise, 'I am not you', helps you define your personal limits and sense of self.
Another, 'Picture Your Boundary Exercise', guides you in visualizing what belongs to you and what doesn't, making it easier to protect your emotional space. Setting boundaries can be tough, especially if you're used to putting others first. Esther acknowledges this struggle and offers compassionate advice on how to set limits clearly and calmly. She encourages listeners to get comfortable with being 'selfish'—because you can't pour from an empty cup.
By the end of this episode, you'll have a toolkit for establishing boundaries that nurture your mental and emotional health. Whether you're dealing with a demanding boss, a needy friend, or simply want to improve your self-care, this episode is packed with insights that can transform your relationships and your life.