Ep. 3: How to Set Boundaries Without Apologizing
Still saying yes when you want to say no? In this episode, we’re talking about boundaries—why they feel so hard, how your ego is involved, and what it really takes to protect your time without guilt.
If you’re exhausted from being the go-to woman for everything and everyone, this is your reminder: you’re not selfish for setting limits—you’re strategic.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why boundaries break down when your identity is tied to being “the reliable one”
How overexplaining keeps you stuck in the guilt cycle—and what to say instead
Tactical strategies to use your calendar as a boundary and stop overcommitting
We’ll also dig into the mindset shift that has to happen before any boundary will stick—and how to deal when people don’t love the new you.
Featured Tools & Topics:
Real-life “no” scripts that don’t require apologies or explanations
Calendar boundaries: how to block your non-negotiables and stick to them
Why saying no gets easier with low-stakes practice
The ego trap of being the fixer—and how to step out of it
This is Part 2 of a 3-part series designed to help people-pleasers finally reclaim their time, energy, and calendar.
→ Ep. 2: Why Your Time Feels Out of Control (part 1)
→ Ep. 4: Your Time, Your Rules: Create a Planning System You’ll Actually Use (part 3)
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Original Blog Post:
Time Management for People-Pleasers: Reclaim Your Boundaries
