Two weeks ago, I recorded Healing Boldly: Being the Asshole Sometimes—a raw and honest conversation about what it really means to protect your peace, even if it means being labeled the “bad guy.” In this episode, I take things further, unpacking how standing up for yourself can be empowering, even when it makes others uncomfortable.

I shared new examples of how welcoming boundaries can challenge relationships and why the need to please doesn’t disappear—it simply becomes a healthier, more balanced version of itself. You’ll also hear my answers to listener questions about handling judgment, setting limits with difficult people, and staying firm when others resist your growth.

If you’ve ever struggled with feeling misunderstood or feared being the “asshole” in someone’s story, this episode will remind you that your healing is worth it. Sometimes, the only way to honor yourself is by unapologetically putting your needs first.