Melissa Urban, co-founder and CEO of Whole30 and a seven-time bestselling author, dives into the importance of boundaries in relationships. She shares her personal journey post-divorce, emphasizing self-discovery and communication. The conversation explores how healthy boundaries can enhance emotional wellness and empower individuals, especially women. Urban also discusses practical strategies for maintaining these boundaries in both personal and professional settings, advocating for self-care and the vital role boundaries play in fostering deeper connections.
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Early Relationship Boundaries
Set boundaries early in relationships to test communication and compatibility.
Disclose non-negotiables like sobriety or safe sex practices on first dates.
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Boundaries with Children
Model healthy boundaries for your kids by setting and respecting your own limits.
Give children autonomy over physical affection, teaching them agency over their bodies.
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Personal Boundaries
Setting boundaries with yourself has significant benefits for time, energy, and mental health.
These boundaries rely solely on you to uphold them.
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In this book, Melissa Urban provides a comprehensive guide on establishing and maintaining healthy boundaries. The book includes over 130 scripts for setting boundaries in various relationships, such as with bosses, co-workers, romantic partners, parents, in-laws, friends, and even oneself. Urban offers actionable advice on communicating needs clearly and compassionately, navigating boundary guilt, pushback, and pressure, and creating healthy habits around food, drink, technology, and more. The book is divided into three parts: 'Boundary Beginnings,' 'Your Boundary Practice,' and 'Boundary Benefits,' making it a user-friendly and approachable resource for anyone looking to improve their relationships and overall well-being.
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Melissa Urban is the co-founder and CEO of Whole30 and an authority on helping people create lifelong healthy habits. She is a seven-time New York Times bestselling author and has been featured by People, Good Morning America, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and CNBC.