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Are you nervous about setting boundaries at school because you're worried about pushback? You're not alone! In this episode, we tackle one of the most common concerns I hear from educators: "What happens when I start setting boundaries and people push back?" Whether it's passive-aggressive comments from colleagues or pressure from administrators, I'm sharing real strategies to help you stand firm with confidence and grace.

✨ In This Episode You'll Discover:

• 🔑 Why the person who complains most about your boundaries was likely benefiting most from their absence
• 🌟 The "secret sauce" for responding to administrator pushback (hint: it's all about the students!)
• 💪 How to handle passive-aggressive comments from colleagues with professionalism
• 🎯 Why setting boundaries is like having lines on the road - essential for everyone's safety
• 🌱 The truth about boundary-setting being a muscle that gets stronger with practice

🚀 Key Takeaways:

• 📝 Your basic rights as an educator (yes, you have them!)
• 🎭 How to respond to the dreaded "team player" guilt trip
• 💡 Why pushback isn't a sign you're doing something wrong - it's a sign of positive change
• 🌈 Real-world examples from my 20+ years in education
• ⏰ Professional ways to protect your time without burning bridges

💫 Remember: When you invest in healthy boundaries, everyone benefits - your students get a more energized, creative, and present teacher, and you get to have a more balanced, fulfilling life.

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