Think New Thoughts

Ep 30: When Someone Else Hands You Their Manual


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"Hey, I wrote this manual that lists how I need you to behave so I can be happy. Please follow it exactly. Or else I will be mad." Sound familiar? If you've ever felt trapped by someone else's expectations, this episode is for you. We'll cover 3 ways to respond when someone hands you their manual—including the one that will bring you the most peace (hint: it's not doing the monkey dance). Tune in to find out how to keep your sanity intact!

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  • Come to our Think New Thoughts Academy April Workshop to get help applying what you're learning on the podcast: April Workshop: Oops! 4 Signs your Boundary is a Manual in Disguise I'll walk you through some written exercises to help you turn your manuals into boundaries. Only members will get access to the replay and our full workshop vault, but if you come live, you can get get this class for free!Reserve Your Spot Here
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Think New ThoughtsBy Emily Ricks