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Boundaries aren't walls—they're the foundation of healthy relationships. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, we challenge the age-old question: "How are you setting an example for your children by being closed off to your parents?"

The assumption that setting boundaries with family means you're teaching your children to do the same to you misses a crucial truth—children learn more from how you allow yourself to be treated than from your relationship status with extended family. We dive deep into the generational patterns that normalize disrespect under the banner of family obligation, and why breaking these cycles is essential for our mental health and our children's future.

"You only get one mom and dad," people say. Our response? "And they only get one me." This episode dismantles the one-sided nature of family obligation, replacing it with a framework built on mutual respect and genuine connection. We share personal experiences of growing up in environments where children's feelings were dismissed, and how we've consciously created different dynamics in our own homes.

What looks like being "closed off" to some is actually protecting our peace. We explain how our children still maintain relationships with extended family while we uphold necessary boundaries. The difference? Our kids are witnessing parents who value themselves enough not to accept disrespect from anyone—a lesson far more valuable than unconditional tolerance.

Whether you're struggling with family dynamics, questioning your boundaries, or worried about how your choices affect your children, this conversation offers a compassionate perspective that prioritizes genuine respect over obligatory relationships. Subscribe now and join our community of listeners who believe family love should never require sacrificing your dignity or mental health.

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