The Struggle Between Boundaries & Guilt: How to Set Boundaries without Feeling Mean | Ep 146

ADHD Strategies & Support for Women · Jun 11, 2026 · 1h 2m

Have you ever said no to someone feeling anxious leading up to it and ridden with guilt after?

For many women, setting boundaries can be difficult, but living with the guilt feels worse. If you've spent years people pleasing, avoiding conflict, or putting everyone else's needs before your own, healthy boundaries can feel selfish.

In this episode, Renee talking about why boundaries can trigger guilt and anxiety, especially for women with ADHD. Hear how people pleasing and rejection sensitivity can make saying no feel unbearable, and how to stop taking responsibility for everyone else's…