Core Topic: Boundaries have become a buzzword, and a trigger word. But done right, boundaries aren’t about control or disconnection. They’re about clarity, connection, and becoming the calm, confident leader your teen needs.

If you’ve ever thought:

In this episode of Root to Ring: A Resilient Parenting Podcast, we’ll unpack:

• Why boundaries feel so hard (and why they’re worth it)
  

• What boundaries really are (hint: not control)
  

• How your nervous system impacts boundary-setting
  

• What healthy boundaries look like in action
  

• Why consistency beats perfection, every time
  

Key Belief Shifts:

• Boundaries aren’t barriers. They’re bridges.
  

• You’re not controlling your teen. You’re anchoring yourself.
  

• Consistency creates safety (even if they pretend to hate it).
  

Quotes to Remember:

“Boundaries aren’t punishments. They’re invitations to clarity and trust.”

“Hard doesn’t mean bad. It might just mean good and new.”

“It's not about performance. It's about being rooted.”

Resources + Links:

• ⁠Sign up for The Rooted Parenting Circle Waitlist⁠

• Learn more about coaching:⁠ www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com⁠

• Follow on Instagram:⁠ @parentingwithabi⁠ and⁠ @rootedinresiliencecollective⁠

• Free Guide: Rooted, Not Reactive — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

If boundaries make your stomach flip, but your heart knows they matter, DM me the word CIRCLE on Instagram. I’ll send you all the details about joining The Rooted Parenting Circle.

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