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Boundaries

Setting healthy boundaries is essential to individual and relational health

Inside this Series

There are many misunderstandings when it comes to setting boundaries. Some people may believe to do so is unkind or even cruel. Others may be so quick to set boundaries they end up cutting off contact altogether. But there are ways to set boundaries that protect your heart and create a relationship dynamic that’s healthy and sustainable. The following resources will help you set healthy boundaries in every area of your life.

If you’re looking for personalized guidance, you can contact our care and counselling team to speak to one of our in-house counsellors or get connected to a registered counsellor in your area. Call us at 1.800.661.9800 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT and ask to speak with the care associate.

Boundaries

Inside this Series

Understanding boundaries

Why are boundaries a big deal?

Codependency: What is it?

Marriage

How to set marriage-strengthening boundaries with your spouse

4 boundaries to set as newlyweds

In-laws

How boundaries with your extended family can improve your marriage

7 things to remember when your in-laws can’t let go

Difficult and destructive marriages

Setting boundaries to create safety: Healing an emotionally abusive relationship

Why and how to pursue a healing separation

Fight for your marriage when your spouse is emotionally distant

8 truths to hold on to in a destructive marriage

Parenting kids

How to set healthy boundaries with kids

The importance of setting boundaries for your kids

Safeguarding kids from sexual abuse

Teaching self-control: Guiding your child with discipline

Teaching self-control: Coaching your child in constructive reactions

Parenting teens

Boundaries with teens: The key to freedom

Why your teen needs boundaries

How to set clear boundaries for your teen

How to help your kids dodge digital distractions

Helping your tween balance family and friendships

Teaching teens about love and how to recognize a toxic relationship

Parenting young adults

Redrawing boundaries with adult children

Parenting young adults: Boundaries and limits when kids move back home

Parenting young adults: Grace and forgiveness in their changing world

Adult child’s marriage challenges

How to protect your marriage when your child's marriage falters

Holding your marriage together when your kids fall apart

Dealing with your child's divorce

Grandparenting

Guidelines for happy grandparenting

Challenging relationships

Just annoying, or truly unsafe? How to navigate get-togethers with difficult family

How to deal wisely with manipulative people

Tough love in adult relationships: What it is, what it’s not and how to use it

When family secrets come out: How to work through your feelings and find a way forward

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