Episode 94: Why Setting Boundaries Feels So Hard with Courtney Brooke (part 1)

In today's episode of The Curious Therapist Show, we talk all about the difficulty of boundary setting with my popular and frequent guest Courtney Brooke Sergent-Fox:)Boundaries are limits we set to protect our energy- emotional, mental, and physical.One of my fav quotes about boundaries is:"Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others" (Brene Brown)This really sums up why so many people struggle to set boundaries. Our fears of rejection, of "letting others down", the guilt we may feel saying "no", the fear of a missed opportunity, maybe even FOMO (fear of missing out). Perhaps there's complexities here too...family or cultural impacts where we we're taught to self-sacrifice and people please.So join Brooke and I as we discuss boundaries, barriers to setting boundaries and listen for part 2 next episode about how to set boundaries!Resources Mentioned:Brown Girl Therapy (@browngirltherapy) • Instagram photos and videosBut What Will People Say? by Sahaj Kaur Kohli, MAEd, LGPC: 9780593491195 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: BooksAbout Courtney Brooke:Courtney Brooke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who sees people dealing with life transitions, trauma and a variety of mental health struggles. She provides supervision to other therapists and has taught at the college and university levels.If you’d like to follow Courtney’s work, you can check her out here:http://www.bloom-lc.comMore about Courtney Brooke Sergent-Fox:Courtney Brooke is an eclectic soul. Her love for others, nature, truth and grace is all evidenced in her work as a mental health provider. As a clinical supervisor she helps others starting their mental health careers seek knowledge & experience while learning to balance the many needs and demands of life. Her emphasis is on caring for others and caring for self - part of the reason she finds joy in teaching and mentoring other professionals.To connect with Vanessa:Find Vanessa on Facebook: (2) FacebookFind Vanessa on Instagram: Vanessa Preston (@vanessa_preston_) • Instagram photos and videosCheck out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: Vanessa Preston (podia.com)Or her practice website: http://www.greenlifepsychology.comDisclaimer:This podcast represents the opinions of Vanessa Preston and her guests to the show. Vanessa is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and abides by ethics of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). The content here should not be taken as medical or therapeutic advice. The content here is for informational purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional.