26. How to Set Boundaries with Toxic Family Members Without Guilt

Does setting boundaries with family (espeically toxic family members) feel excruciating—like guilt, obligation, or fear of conflict always get in the way? In today's episode of Navigating Motherhood Without Your Mother, Alyssa Carlene talks about how to set clear, healthy boundaries with toxic relatives without drowning in guilt. You’ll learn why boundaries are necessary for healing, how to hold them with confidence, and what to do when pushback comes. Listen to the episode to answer the following questions: How do I know if a family member is toxic or just difficult?What kind of boundaries are realistic when it's family?How can I set boundaries without feeling selfish or mean?What do I say when someone pushes back or tries to guilt me?How do I deal with the grief of setting boundaries with people I wish I could be close to, especially as a mom without my mom?