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When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life

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Boundaries, Updated and Expanded Edition

By: John Townsend, Henry Cloud
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Join the millions who have learned how to take control of their lives by setting healthy boundaries with their spouses, children, friends, parents, co-workers, and even themselves—in order to live life to the fullest.

  • Do you feel like your life has spiraled out of control?
  • Have you focused so much on being loving and unselfish that you've forgotten your own limits?
  • Do you find yourself taking responsibility for other people's feelings and problems?

In Boundaries, Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend share the lessons they've learned in their years of practicing psychology and studying the patterns and practices that support clear biblical boundaries. You'll learn the ins and outs of setting the boundaries that will transform your daily life.

This updated and expanded edition of Boundaries, answers the most common questions on the science behind establishing boundaries:

  • Can I set limits and still be a loving person?
  • What are legitimate boundaries?
  • How do I effectively manage my digital life so that it doesn't control me?
  • What if someone is upset or hurt by my boundaries?
  • How do I answer someone who wants my time, love, energy, or money?
  • Why do I feel guilty or afraid when I consider setting boundaries?

Discover the countless ways that Boundaries can change your life for the better today!

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This book was recommended by several friends. And now I know why! As a people pleaser, it has helped open my eyes and create boundaries so I can have healthy relationships. As some of us were raised in broken homes where boundaries were not taught, this is a HUGE help to guide us and teach us about those healthy boundaries not only for ourselves but for those around us. I highly recommend!

WOW! A must read.

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Enjoyed Boundaries and highly recommend. I learned a great deal about myself and how to be a better person, husband, father and leader.

Essential for effective relationships

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God has been taking me on a journey of setting healthy boundaries. I’m glad to have found this book and put words to what I have been experiencing.

One of the best

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It is a great listen, the reward being that you will understand what boundaries are and why they are important. You will have a better understanding on how you probably developed your boundary issues. I learned about this book from someone I respect, didn't look at the reviews until after I purchased it and I could not return it as I have met my limit. Oh well, I would give it a chance, and I did. I do not regret it and I feel more educated on boundaries. Also, I would recommend this book despite the use of Christian scripture. I did not get the workbook that is available for this book, I am glad I didn't because I would probably need a Bible for the activities. I have purchased a workbook more heathen appropriate and will listen to the audiobook that it accompanies. If you are a devout Christian with boundary issues, I would purchase the workbook so you can practice your boundary skills while listening.

A lot of scripture, but it is still a very enlightening book. If you are an extreme atheist, extreme as in the opposite of extreme Christian, then this book is not for you so you should keep looking. If your perspective is more "different people, different beliefs, to each his own" and you are more agnostic than atheist, then you might find the value of this book. Personally, I lean towards agnostic, I found this book to be very helpful in learning about boundaries. Yes, there is A LOT of scripture, yet, it really didn't take away from the book's primary goal. In my opinion, when the author uses scripture it is mostly to educate those who are more religious, use religion in their daily decision making, on how boundaries are spoken about in the Bible so they know WWJD. It isn't used to convert/indoctrinate people, and it kind of gave me a new perspective on some of the verses I learned as a child. Boundaries, who knew?

Religion Aside

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My counselor recommended this book, but I was reluctant to listen. To be frank, I didn’t want the religious instruction. However, the basic human principles rest within us all. Dr. Cloud shares many real world examples and I found his practical advice extremely valuable. His insights on key relationships teach the importance of healthy boundaries in many areas of life. Thank you, Dr. Cloud.

Practical advice!

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So glad to have been recommended this book. I have also purchased Boundaries with Kids and the corresponding workbook. It is changing our family interactions, making our kids more responsible and helping them learn strong moral values which we pray they will carry for the rest of their lives. Thankful to the Lord for inspiring these books on boundaries!

Life Altering!

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Wow! I feel like if everyone were to read this book and take it seriously, and make the changes needed, it would make the world function. What a great guide to dealing with the most difficult relationships and also dealing with your own individual biggest problems

A must read for everyone

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I absolutely love that it reference the Bible & how God sets boundaries for us. I love that it gives examples & how to over come it.

Eye opener!

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This book teaches you how to establish healthy boundaries but also why it's important for you to develop them. You'll also learn the how and why it's important to respect the boundaries of others and not get offended. It provides real life examples and step by step guides with reasonings.
I recommend this book to everyone. It will help you understand yourself as well as others much better.
Excellent read, I'm reading the Marriage one next!

This was an excellent book for anyone...

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Such an eye opening, helpful book,. I learned quite a bit and will apply what I have learned to my life.. buying it for those I love as well..

Such a needed book,

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