Listen "How to Stop Being The Family Doormat Without Being the Bad Guy"
Episode Synopsis
Have you spent years keeping the peace in your family — only to realize you're being ignored, dismissed, or disrespected? In this episode, I share a personal story about drawing the line and finally being heard. If you're tired of being the “nice one” who never gets a say, this episode will show you exactly how to set boundaries without becoming the bad guy.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Why being the “peacekeeper” can silently train people to ignore your needs ✅ How to set a boundary without yelling, guilt-tripping, or shutting people out ✅ The difference between a boundary and a rule (and why this matters for kids!) ✅ Real-life example of holding someone accountable with calm, assertive communication ✅ How your response to being disrespected teaches people how to treat you ✅ Five parenting strategies to model and teach healthy boundaries at home ✅ Why teaching your child to say “no” is one of the greatest gifts you can give ✅ The truth about boundaries: it’s not rejection — it’s respect
Resources & Links:
🔹 Click for From Overwhelmed to Empowered - How to Set Boundaries – Learn how to set and enforce boundaries confidently! 🔹 Follow me on YouTube for More Episodes🔹 Subscribe & Leave a Review! Your support helps more people find this content.
Change begins with ourselves!
Children’s Books:
📕Finding Lily’s Inner Magic: A Tale of Building Confidence
📕Lily’s Journey to Forgiveness: Letting Go of Hurt and Anger
📕Finding Jack’s Magic Within: A Lesson About Kindness
📕Consistency is Key: Self-Care Tips with Lily & Zach
📕Making the Team: Jack’s Missed Goal
📕I Believe You: Self-Care When Your Parent Struggles Emotionally
📕Living With Grandma and Grandpa: Jack and Alice’s Challenges
Follow Cathy:
DISCLAIMER
The Lessons For Life With Gramma Kate Podcast and content posted by Cathy...
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.