Episode 12 - When Boundaries Get Tested: Navigating Pushback with Grace and Grit
Setting boundaries is child's play. The real revolution begins when those boundaries get tested—and they will get tested like you're defending Fort Knox.
In this raw, no-BS episode, Nicole breaks down exactly what happens in your nervous system when boundaries get violated and how to navigate the inevitable pushback using Grace and Grit as your secret weapons.
You'll discover:
Why your nervous system hijacks your voice when someone violates your boundaries
The 4 stress responses (fight, flight, freeze, fawn) and how they show up in boundary conflicts
3 proven strategies for maintaining boundaries without abandoning yourself
How to regulate your nervous system BEFORE responding to manipulation
Why their discomfort with your boundaries is proof you're telling the truth, not evidence you're wrong
Real stories of family boundary testing and the tools that actually work
Perfect for you if: You're exhausted from having your boundaries treated like suggestions, your nervous system gets activated every time someone pushes back, or you're done being everyone's emotional support system while your own needs get trampled.
This episode contains strong language and direct content about manipulation tactics. It's designed for women ready for real talk about creating unshakeable boundaries that honor both your humanity and your truth.
This episode is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment.
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DISCLAIMER: This podcast may cause sudden outbreaks of truth-telling, boundary-setting, and unapologetic self-expression. Side effects include losing people who preferred you silent.
