The Book of Boundaries by Melissa Urban Summary
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Saying "no" can set you free. Melissa Urban's NYT bestseller provides 130+ scripts for setting boundaries that strengthen relationships rather than harm them. Endorsed by Gretchen Rubin, this guide transforms the misconception that boundaries are mean into tools for deeper connection and reduced stress.
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The Freedom of Setting Clear Limits
Imagine standing at a family dinner as your aunt comments on your weight for the fifth time, or watching the clock hit 5:30 PM as your boss drops "just one more quick task" on your desk. That knot in your stomach? It's not just discomfort-it's your internal alarm system screaming "boundary needed!" Boundaries aren't walls that isolate you; they're the fences that allow healthy relationships to flourish. They're clear limits you establish around how others engage with you, creating a circle of acceptable behavior. The revolutionary insight here isn't just understanding boundaries-it's having the exact language to set them in any situation. The three-step boundary process is refreshingly straightforward: identify when you need one, set it with clear language, and hold it consistently. But how do you know when a boundary is needed? Pay attention to that pit-in-your-stomach feeling before seeing someone. Notice when interactions leave you depleted rather than energized-what could be called "energy leakage." This happens when relationships feel one-sided, when you agree to everything to "keep peace," or when you're anxious after spending time together. Contrary to what many believe, setting boundaries isn't mean-it's an act of profound kindness. It helps people support you properly without mind-reading and lets you engage fully while clearly expressing your limits. Often, setting boundaries is the only way to preserve relationships that would otherwise collapse under resentment's weight.
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Creato da alumni della Columbia University a San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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