Let’s talk about boundaries—real ones, the kind that stick and actually serve your growth. In this episode, I sit down with the wildly wise Dawn Elgin to explore how boundaries are less about pushing people away and more about protecting your energy and aligning with your values. We unpack why so many of us struggle to set and keep boundaries, how people-pleasing sneaks in, and the surprising connection between values, self-respect, and emotional exhaustion. If you’ve ever felt guilty for saying no—or unsure where to even begin—this conversation is a must-listen!
Topics Covered:

• Why most people misunderstand what boundaries really are.
• How your values form the foundation for boundaries that stick.
• Why people-pleasing and emotional exhaustion go hand in hand.
• The difference between internal and external boundaries.
• How to set boundaries without guilt or drama.
• Why resentment is your early warning system.
• What it means to shift from survivor to thriver.
• The phrase “no” as a complete sentence—and why it’s enough.

Here are some actions you can take, whether you have 5 minutes or 50:

• If you have 5 minutes, read this article from NPR called “A guide to setting better boundaries.”
  • https://hbr.org/2022/04/a-guide-to-setting-better-boundaries
• If you have a few more minutes, I want to remind you that I’m running a quick survey to help shape future episodes of French Kissing Life. Your feedback truly matters—what do you love? What do you want more of? (Besides the game show music, obviously.) It only takes a few minutes, and as a thank you, you’ll be entered to win a $50 gift card. You can find the link in the show notes, and we are only running it for two more days so get your thoughts in and I’d be so grateful for your feedback!

Connect with Dawn!
Website: https://www.practicalspiritualismco.com/
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Boundaries 101 Course, use code FRENCHKISS for 50% off! https://www.practicalspiritualismco.com/boundaries101
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Until next time, muah!

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