006 - It’s Not a Betrayal, It’s a Boundary

Why setting boundaries feels hard—and why it’s worth itWhat happens after you discover your “hammer”—that old survival strategy that once protected you, but now needs an upgrade?This episode is about what comes next: boundaries.We’ll explore why setting them feels so hard (hint: unspoken contracts), what boundaries really are (they’re not walls), and how to start setting them—without betraying yourself or your relationships.I’ll walk you through:The 5 types of boundaries everyone should knowHow to identify and rewrite unspoken contractsReal-life stories—from family dynamics to workplace gender rolesA 4-step guide to setting boundaries that honor your needsA tiny morning practice to help you start protecting your peacePlus, I share a deeply personal story about what happened when I told my ultra-Catholic mom I wasn’t baptizing my child—and the boundary I had to set when the guilt trip wouldn’t stop.This one’s for every high-functioning people-pleaser, every “good daughter,” and every woman learning to choose herself.📲 Connect with me on IG: @_colibricoaching🎧 Subscribe to Dear Babygurl: Notes on Life, Leadership & Liberation, wherever you get your podcasts.