This episode looks at how family expectations, cultural values, guilt, duty, and the nervous system can influence our decisions before we even realize what is happening. Dr. Asha breaks down the fawn response, explains why keeping other people comfortable can feel safer than being honest, and examines the difference between a conscious yes and a fear-based yes.

You will learn three questions to ask before agreeing to something:

Whose voice is this? What is my body doing right now? What would I say if no one were watching to judge my answer?

This is not about rejecting your culture, distancing yourself from the people you love, or becoming less generous. It is about recognizing when care turns into self-abandonment, and learning how to honour your relationships without losing yourself inside them.

Because sometimes the hardest part of setting a boundary is not finding the right words.

It is figuring out who is actually speaking.

Learn more about Dr. Asha Prasad at https://drashaprasad.com