Setting Boundaries Without Guilt — Say No and Protect Your Time and Energy

Boundaries are not selfish — they're how you protect your time, energy and wellbeing so you can show up as your best self. Setting Boundaries Without Guilt shows you how to say no and set limits kindly, firmly and guilt-free.

From loosening guilt's grip and recognising when you need a boundary, to saying no kindly and holding your boundary when it's tested, this book helps you stop over-giving without becoming harsh or feeling like a bad person.

What you’ll get

• See why boundaries are healthy and kind, not selfish
• Loosen the guilt that stops you from saying no
• Recognise when you need a boundary and get clear on your limits
• Say no — and communicate boundaries — kindly and firmly
• Hold your boundary and handle pushback and guilt-trips

Inside this book

• What boundaries really are (and aren't)
• Why setting boundaries feels so hard
• Why boundaries are healthy and kind — not selfish
• The guilt that stops you — and how to loosen its grip
• Recognising when you need a boundary
• Getting clear on your limits + giving yourself permission
• How to say no — kindly and firmly
• Communicating a boundary clearly + holding it when tested
• Handling pushback, guilt-trips and disappointment
• Boundaries at work and with the people close to you

Who it’s for

People-pleasers, over-givers and anyone who struggles to say no — and wants to protect their time and energy without guilt.

Why this book

You can't pour from an empty cup. This book helps you protect yourself kindly — so you can give from strength, not depletion.

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