Front Row Dads with Jon Vroman Boundaries 101: Master the Art of Protecting Your Time and Energy with Dr Robert Glover
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Nov 11, 2024 
Dr. Robert Glover, a seasoned marriage and family therapist and author of the bestseller 'No More Mr. Nice Guy,' delves into the essential nature of boundaries in relationships. He emphasizes how boundaries are crucial for emotional safety and self-respect, countering the misconception that they push people away. Glover offers practical exercises to enhance personal space awareness and examine how societal norms shape our understanding of assertiveness. He highlights the significance of boundaries across all relationships, promoting deeper connections through open dialogue.
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The String Exercise
- Dr. Glover's therapist used a string exercise to demonstrate boundaries.
- This exercise revealed his lack of assertiveness and helped him understand his personal space.
Lack of Boundary Education
- Many people don't learn about boundaries until adulthood due to societal norms and upbringing.
- Children are rarely taught to assert themselves as big people often do what they want.
Boundaries Facilitate Closeness
- Boundaries help people get closer, not push them away.
- Establish boundaries by clearly communicating your limits and what's acceptable.
