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Speaking Your Truth

We have the right to speak our minds and communicate our boundaries in our relationships. When communicating our boundaries to those we care about, it is important to speak in a way that is kind and compassionate, yet clear and

Eleanor November 18, 2019November 17, 2019 Relationship Quotes Read more

Setting Boundaries

When we set boundaries and prioritize our own well-being, other people may feel disappointed. This is normal, and it doesn’t mean that we don’t care about the other person. You can only be responsible for your own emotions and happiness and

Eleanor July 26, 2019July 9, 2019 Relationship Quotes Read more

Talking to Children about Boundaries

By Eleanor Beeslaar Talking to children about boundaries is an essential part of establishing safety and helping them develop the skills necessary to set and maintain healthy boundaries throughout their lives. It is important to start these conversations as early

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Healthy Boundaries in Parent-Child Relationships

By Eleanor Beeslaar Setting boundaries with your children is a critical part of creating healthy relationships within your family. Not only do healthy boundaries in parent-child relationships strengthen those relationships, but they also teach children how to set boundaries in

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Consent and Healthy Boundaries in Sexual Relationships

By Eleanor Beeslaar In today’s blog we will be talking about healthy boundaries in sexual relationships in honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Healthy boundaries are a critical part of healthy and safe sexual relationships, especially because sexual assault often

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Dealing with Boundary Violations

By Eleanor Beeslaar An imperative part of having healthy boundaries in your relationships is recognizing when your boundaries have been crossed and knowing how to deal with these violations in a healthy and constructive way. Unfortunately, we will all have

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How do I set healthy boundaries in my relationships?

By Eleanor Beeslaar Now that we’ve talked about what healthy vs. unhealthy boundaries look like, we can focus on how to set healthy boundaries in your relationships. Healthy boundaries are essential for safe, happy, and healthy relationships, as they allow

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Healthy vs. Unhealthy Boundaries

By Eleanor Beeslaar What exactly do healthy boundaries look like? Healthy boundaries are a key element in your physical, mental, and emotional health. They look different for each person and relationship, and they may change over time. Healthy boundaries are

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Healthy Boundaries in Relationships

By Eleanor Beeslaar Healthy boundaries are important in all types of relationships. They open up opportunities to enhance your personal well-being, as well as your relational health. Healthy boundaries enable both you and the other person in the relationship to

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Saying No

One of the biggest stressors on families and relationships during the holiday season is how busy our schedules are. It can feel like life starts moving at 100 miles per hour during the holidays, and this can create a lot

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