19: Boundaries19: Boundaries
Soberful
**Trigger warning** How do you learn boundaries when they were violated as a child? We discuss why healthy boundaries are crucial to recovery and how you can begin to learn how to develop them. To learn more, visit the .
49:15•19 Sept 2018
Building Boundaries: A Key to Lasting Sobriety with Veronica Valli and Chip Somers
“When you don't have boundaries, you leave yourself open to be manipulated by other people.”
Boundaries. We hear about them all the time, but what do they really mean, especially for someone in recovery? Veronica Valli and Chip Somers take a deep dive into this crucial topic on the 'Soberful' podcast. Ever wondered why setting boundaries feels like climbing a mountain? Well, it turns out that childhood experiences play a massive role in how we understand and enforce our personal limits.
Veronica and Chip unpack this idea with their usual blend of humor and heartfelt honesty. They discuss how emotional congruence in therapy can help you align your feelings with your actions, making it easier to say 'no' when you need to. The episode is packed with practical tips on prioritizing self-care and recognizing when your boundaries are being tested. Expect personal anecdotes that will make you nod in agreement and maybe even laugh out loud.
Whether you're new to sobriety or have been walking this path for years, this episode offers valuable insights into developing emotional self-awareness and navigating the tricky waters of boundary-setting. Tune in for a conversation that's as enlightening as it is entertaining.
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