How I Learned to Trust Myself (and Why Boundaries Were the Missing Piece) | Episode 360 episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 13, 2026 · 11 MIN

How I Learned to Trust Myself (and Why Boundaries Were the Missing Piece) | Episode 360

from Fragmented to Whole: Life Lessons from 12 Step Recovery · host Barb Nangle

Send us Fan MailIn this week’s episode 360 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I’m sharing how my understanding of self-trust completely changed through recovery.For years, I believed I had a "bad picker" when it came to relationships. But over time, I realized the bigger issue wasn't choosing unhealthy partners—it was staying long after I knew the relationship wasn't healthy. What ultimately changed my life wasn't trying harder to trust myself. It was learning to build healthy boundaries.Some of the talking points I go over in this episode include:Why self-trust isn't something you decide—it's something you build over timeHow discovering your preferences, needs, and limits is the foundation of healthy boundariesWhy honoring your own limits creates evidence that you can rely on yourselfThe difference between blindly trusting people and discerning trust through consistent patterns of behaviorHow boundaries strengthen the most important relationship you'll ever have: the relationship with yourselfThis episode explores why trust grows through evidence, not intention. Every time you notice what's true for you, honor your limits, and follow through on your commitments to yourself, you're strengthening your ability to trust yourself.Because boundaries aren't just about protecting yourself from other people. They're about becoming someone you can count on.Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me! And don’t forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at Fragmented to Whole PodcastNew to my work: START HERECONNECT WITH BARB NANGLE:Subscribe to “Friday Fragments” weekly newsletterLinkedinWork with Barb! Book a “Say No Without Guilt” SessionMost women  know where they need a boundary. The hard part is holding onto what they know when guilt, fear, or disappointment shows up.On 9/12 I’m leading a live  Bootcamp,  you’ll learn to hear yourself clearly, understand why boundaries collapse under pressure, practice boundary language you can use even when guilt is present, and create a Personal Boundary Blueprint for one real situation in your life.Register at HigherPowerCC.com/bootcamp.

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