The Terri Cole Show 718 Disordered Boundaries + High-Functioning Codependency: What You Need to Know (Part 2)
May 20, 2025
Discover the importance of setting healthy boundaries in relationships and how to recognize when they're needed. Learn about the five types of boundaries and the three boundary styles that impact interactions. Tips for effectively communicating personal limits are provided, ensuring you navigate the complexities of high-functioning codependency with confidence. Explore how self-awareness and community support play a crucial role in establishing healthy relationships and overcoming disordered boundaries.
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Boundaries vs Control
- Boundaries are for protecting yourself, not controlling others.
- Respond to control attempts by setting clear personal limits without manipulation.
Embarrassing Physical Boundary Anecdote
- Terri once touched a waitress's belly, mistakenly thinking she was pregnant.
- That experience taught her to never touch someone's body without permission again.
Set Material Boundaries with Money
- Avoid lending money to protect relationships and reduce complications.
- Use a clear no lending policy to make it easier to say no.
