55. No Isn't Always a Complete Sentence: Boundaries Part 2

When did "no is a complete sentence" become the ultimate boundary flex? In this episode, we're unpacking why this oversimplified advice might actually be hurting your relationships.

In conversation, we tackle:

* Why "no is a complete sentence" works for sexual boundaries but not for declining dinner plans

* The uncomfortable truth that closer relationships require more explanation (and that's actually healthy)

* How rigid boundaries are creating lonelier people who wonder why they feel disconnected

* Why flexibility in boundaries is a strength, not a betrayal of yourself

* How to tell when someone deserves an explanation vs. when they've lost that privilege

* What to do when family members bulldoze your boundaries (spoiler: it's not just saying "no" harder)

This episode is for anyone who's tried to implement TikTok boundary advice and ended up feeling more isolated than empowered. Because sometimes the most revolutionary act isn't cutting people off—it's learning how to stay connected while still protecting yourself.

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