Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is a framework created by Marshall Rosenberg that aims to enhance communication by promoting compassion and empathy. The book outlines a four-step process for effective communication: observing what is happening without judgment, identifying and expressing feelings, recognizing and articulating needs, and making clear requests. Rosenberg emphasizes the importance of separating observations from evaluations to avoid defensiveness and promote genuine human connections. The book includes practical exercises, role-plays, and real-life examples to illustrate how NVC can be applied in various relationships and situations, including personal, professional, and conflict resolution contexts. It also discusses how NVC can help in developing self-compassion and resolving conflicts by focusing on the underlying needs rather than the actions that trigger emotions[1][3][5].
In 'Set Boundaries, Find Peace,' Nedra Glover Tawwab provides simple yet powerful strategies for setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. The book is based on the latest research and best practices in CBT and addresses issues such as codependency, power struggles, anxiety, depression, and burnout. Tawwab offers practical tips on how to identify and express needs clearly, deal with guilt and discomfort associated with setting boundaries, and communicate effectively in various relationships, including family, romantic partners, friends, and at work. The book emphasizes the importance of self-boundaries and mature communication in achieving work-life balance and rewarding relationships.
How often do you say no?
In this episode, I unpack the beautiful mess that is boundary-setting—with stories, psychology, and a touch of Brexit. This episode dives deep into what it really means to assert your needs.
Boundaries aren’t about building walls—they’re more like installing a front door with a lock you actually use. We explore why people-pleasing kills self-respect, how resentment creeps in when you’re too “nice,” and why your future depends on the limits you’re willing to draw today.
What you’ll take away:
- 10 signs of poor boundaries
- How to spot a weak boundary before it drains your energy
- Why saying no can be the kindest thing you do
- You teach people how to treat you by what you tolerate
- How to identify emotional manipulation in everyday relationships
- A quadrant model that makes difficult conversations easier
Listen now if you’re ready to stop being agreeable and start being respected.
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Chapters:
00:00 Setting boundaries for how you want to be treated
02:58 Boundaires in life Example
05:10 Why boundaries need balance
07:19 10 signs of poor boundaries
07:35 Difficulty making decisions
07:58 Feeling selfish for saying no
08:18 Frequent apologizing
08:49 Uncertainty about what to share
09:13 Passive aggressiveness
09:49 Losing sense of self
10:10 Need for external validation
10:26 Resentment
10:43 Constant sense of fatigue
11:02 Dramatic relationships
11:34 Abusive situations
15:03 Identifying crap boundaries
15:14 Floppy boundary
17:22 Rigid boundary
19:10 Why we struggle with boundaries
23:09 Creating healthy boundaries
23:39 Personal boundaries
24:07 Social boundaries
25:24 Value-based boundaries
26:43 Communicating boundaries
28:25 Traffic light framework
31:58 The importance of independence
34:41 Book suggestions
35:22 Send off
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