#150: Why Setting Boundaries Feels Mean (And How to Stop Feeling Guilty)

About this episode

Alicia discusses the discomfort of setting boundaries and the guilt that often accompanies it, particularly for stepmoms.

Does setting boundaries make you immediately feel guilty? Do you finally decide to say no, ask for space, or stop carrying everyone else's emotions… and then immediately wonder if you're being selfish? You're not alone. In this episode, Alicia is diving into why boundaries can feel so uncomfortable—especially for stepmoms who are used to people pleasing, over-functioning, and carrying the emotional weight of everyone around them. If you've ever felt responsible for keeping the peace, fixing e...

People in this episode

Host: Alicia Krasko

Topics covered

• boundaries
• guilt
• stepmoms
• people pleasing
• emotional weight

Keywords

• boundaries
• guilt
• stepmoms
• people pleasing
• emotional health

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