I Love You Keep Going with George Haas Boundaries Without Walls: The Middle Way of Connection
Jan 16, 2026
Explore the concept of setting boundaries without shutting people out. Delve into the wisdom of Buddhist non-attachment and how it informs healthy relationships. Discover how family dynamics shape adult conflict styles and learn about the importance of emotional regulation in connections. Gain insights on preoccupied attachment patterns and the significance of clear communication. Lastly, embrace the power of loving-kindness meditation to foster deeper intimacy in your interactions.
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Boundaries That Stay Open
- Boundaries without walls means being flexible in conflict resolution rather than rigidly protecting territory.
- Secure functioning relationships enable adaptable negotiation and collaborative problem solving.
Study Your Family Conflict Patterns
- Do examine the conflict resolution strategies you learned from your family to understand your default patterns.
- Use 'family archaeology' to observe caregivers and identify hybrid skills you adopted growing up.
Implicit Agreements Harden Boundaries
- Preoccupied and disorganized people rely on implicit agreements and repeated requests rather than explicit negotiation.
- That pattern hardens others' boundaries until relationships become rigid and role-based.