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Why do I feel guilty for protecting my time or energy?
Is this a boundary—or am I just avoiding someone?
Boundaries stir up a lot of emotions. But what if they’re not about building walls, avoiding people, or being “selfish”?
In this episode, I share a deeply personal and surprising take on what boundaries truly are—and why they matter more than you think.
You'll hear:
*Why healthy boundaries begin not with rejection, but with rhythm
*The two most common ways we misuse boundaries
*A powerful metaphor that changed how I think about relationships
*How codependency, enmeshment, and burnout signal boundary issues
*Real-life scripts and strategies to set boundaries with compassion and clarity
Have a question for Dr. Alison? Leave it here.
Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.
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Editing by Giulia Hjort
Music by Andy Luiten
Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik
While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Why do I feel guilty for protecting my time or energy?
Is this a boundary—or am I just avoiding someone?
Boundaries stir up a lot of emotions. But what if they’re not about building walls, avoiding people, or being “selfish”?
In this episode, I share a deeply personal and surprising take on what boundaries truly are—and why they matter more than you think.
You'll hear:
*Why healthy boundaries begin not with rejection, but with rhythm
*The two most common ways we misuse boundaries
*A powerful metaphor that changed how I think about relationships
*How codependency, enmeshment, and burnout signal boundary issues
*Real-life scripts and strategies to set boundaries with compassion and clarity
Have a question for Dr. Alison? Leave it here.
Find a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.
If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love:
Thanks to our sponsors:
Editing by Giulia Hjort
Music by Andy Luiten
Sound editing by Kelly Kramarik
While Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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