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Episode 186 – How to Set Boundaries without Damaging the Relationship

Most people think boundaries are about drawing a line in the sand to keep someone out. But when boundaries are used the wrong way, they can actually harm the very relationship you’re trying to protect—especially with your adult children.

In this popular episode, I’ll show you how to set boundaries that strengthen connection instead of shutting it down. Whether you’re navigating emotional distance from an adult child, feeling like you’re “walking on eggshells,” or wondering how to protect yourself without pushing someone away, this episode will give you a better way forward.

You’ll learn:

• Three common mistakes people make when setting boundaries—and why they backfire.
• The hidden beliefs that cause us to use boundaries ineffectively.
• How to protect yourself and stay open to connection.
• When creating distance is the healthiest and safest option.

If you’ve ever searched for:

• “How to reconnect with an estranged adult child”
• “Why won’t my adult child talk to me”
• “Setting boundaries with adult children”
  …this episode will help you understand why boundaries sometimes fail and what to do instead.

It’s time to stop using boundaries as walls and start using them as bridges—so you can protect your well-being and keep your most important relationships intact.

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Tina Gosney is the Family Conflict Coach. She works with parents who have families in conflict to help them become the grounded, confident leaders their family needs.
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