We've all been there probably. In some fashion or another. You tell your mom how you really feel and she says "well, I guess I'm just a terrible parent" or the "after all I've done for you, that's how you treat me?".

How about when you say you don't want to go to that family gathering because uncle Frank always gets wasted, and starts to get too touchy and makes you uncomfortable? "Oh honey, but that's just uncle Frank! He doesn't mean anything by it, it's just how he is! You'll be alright..."

The list goes on and on... so many examples of toxic family. This episode is made to give you tools and language to finally set healthy boundaries, and learn that word you were too afraid to use as a child... NO.

The episode starts with several examples we've seen & heard, the "how-to" part starts around the 45:00 mark.

Segment 1: Spotting the Toxicity

Segment 2: Why It’s So Hard

Segment 3: The How-To Guide

Step 1: Set Clear Boundaries

Step 2: Communicate Those Boundaries—Firmly, Calmly, and Without Apology

Step 3: Expect Pushback

Step 4: Limit or Cut Contact (If Needed)

Step 5: Do the Inner Work

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