Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself

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Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab explores the concept of boundaries, emphasizing their importance in maintaining emotional, physical, and intellectual independence. Tawwab uses anecdotes from her therapy experiences to illustrate why people struggle with setting boundaries and provides actionable advice for creating healthy ones. She categorizes boundaries as porous, rigid, or healthy and outlines six essential types: intellectual, emotional, sexual, physical, material, and time boundaries. The book addresses overcoming guilt and discomfort associated with boundary-setting and offers strategies for communicating boundaries effectively in various relationships, including those with family, friends, coworkers, and oneself. The work also touches on the impact of childhood trauma on boundary-setting abilities.