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168: Am I A Jerk Now? How to Set Boundaries Without Becoming the Villain

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If you've ever wondered, “Am I being too harsh?” or “Will people still love me if I stop people-pleasing?”—this episode is for you. Today, we're talking about the fear that setting boundaries means you're suddenly a terrible person. (Spoiler alert: you're not.) Whether you've swung from self-sacrificing to "spicy:" or you’re just learning how to say "no" without guilt, we’re unpacking why this discomfort is actually a sign of growth, not failure.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why helpers and people-pleasers often fear becoming "the bad guy"

The real reason boundary…

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