How to Set Boundaries Without Cutting People Off :: John Townsend *top 10 episode* [Ep 566]

As moms, we are like a life support system for our kids. To keep our families healthy, we need to be healthy. A key part of our overall well being is setting healthy boundaries.

But boundaries are hard. They require uncomfortable, direct conversations. We may need to put a limit on really good things or draw a line in the sand with our in-laws or parents.

My guest, Dr. John Townsend literally wrote the book on boundaries and he shares some deep wisdom on how to set healthy boundaries while honoring our family members and others.

“You've got to take care of your energy, your heart and your emotions. You've got to take care of yourself and your health. If you don't guard that heart, then the wellsprings of life won't come out from it. Boundaries are basically about how to set healthy, loving limits in our life. So we have something to offer to our children.”

Townsend answers your tough questions about setting limits with in-laws, making healthy boundaries for the holidays and even models having a tough conversation with a parent about a boundary.

This is an episode packed with great information and Townsend has several books and resources available if you want to go deeper. Let’s make setting healthy boundaries a priority and guard our hearts and our time to bring life to our family!

Connect with John Townsend:

• Instagram: John Townsend (@dr.john_townsend)
• Facebook: Dr. John Townsend
• Website: Home - Dr. John Townsend

Links Mentioned:

• Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: By John Townsend
• Relational Nutrients (new layout) - Dr. John Townsend
• People Fuel: By John Townsend

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• Good Boundaries and Goodbyes :: Lysa TerKeurst [Ep 387]
• Strengthening the Relationship with Your Adult Child :: Kathy Cunningham [Ep 543]

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