S1EP3 | The High Cost of a Boundary-less Life | Set Boundaries Find Peace

Welcome back to The Messy Podcast, Season 1 of Understanding and Setting Your Limits, Episode 3! Feeling resentful, frustrated, or constantly on the verge of burnout? It might not be your workload, but your lack of boundaries. In this episode, "The High Cost of a Boundary-less Life," inspired by Nedra Glover Tawwab's "Set Boundaries, Find Peace," we uncover the hidden toll of not setting limits. Ready to stop paying the price for a lack of boundaries and start investing in your own well-being? Explore online therapy for a happier, healthier you: https://themessypodcast.com/therapy Important Disclaimer: This podcast series analyzes literary works and principles of personal growth, drawing insights that align with concepts discussed in "Set Boundaries, Find Peace." This episode aims to provide educational and analytical content. Any references to external ideas are for commentary and educational purposes. All rights to any referenced works belong to their respective owners, and no copyright infringement is intended. To further explore the principles discussed, you can purchase "Set Boundaries, Find Peace" here: https://amzn.to/3GtLhM2 In this episode, we explore the direct link between a lack of healthy boundaries and burnout, resentment, and frustration. Through real-life examples, you'll see how people-pleasing and unrealistic expectations can lead to emotional exhaustion. We'll discuss how chronic boundary issues can contribute to mental health challenges like anxiety and depression. You will also learn to identify the common but ineffective behaviors we use to avoid setting boundaries—like complaining, gossiping, and avoidance—and understand why direct communication is the only true path to peace. You can find more information about The Messy Podcast at this direct link: https://themessypodcast.com/ Let's get messy and start recognizing the true cost of saying 'yes' when we mean 'no'.