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Boundaries Don't Work - Here's Why

Dec 31, 2023
27:25
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The podcast discusses the effectiveness of setting healthy boundaries and explores the impact of power dynamics in relationships. It offers strategies for dealing with narcissistic individuals, resisting manipulation, and managing emotions. The importance of recognizing and separating emotions from actions is also highlighted.
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  • Setting healthy boundaries can be ineffective when power dynamics are at play.
  • Appearing weak while maintaining internal strength can help resist manipulation by narcissists.

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Setting Boundaries: The Issue of Power

Setting healthy boundaries is often ineffective when individuals lack the power to enforce them. Many people, such as teenagers with abusive parents or individuals in dependent relationships, face power imbalances that make it challenging to set boundaries. It's crucial to recognize that setting boundaries only works if consequences can be imposed on those who violate them. Without power, these boundaries may not be respected or enforced.

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