The Power of NOPE: Setting Boundaries Without the Guilt
In this eye-opening episode of "Courage to Heal," host Anna welcomes Suzanne Culberg, the self-proclaimed "Nope coach" who specializes in helping over-givers and people pleasers set healthy boundaries and prioritize themselves.
Suzanne shares practical wisdom on:
- How to start setting boundaries (hint: don't begin with family and friends!)
- Practical strategies for dealing with pushback when you establish new boundaries
- The telling signs of chronic people-pleasing and how it differs from genuine kindness
- Why rescuing others from natural consequences prevents their growth
With her straight-talking approach and relatable examples, Suzanne explains how proper boundaries teach others how to treat us. Whether you struggle with over-explaining your "no," ghosting people to avoid conflict, or feeling responsible for others' feelings, this conversation provides actionable advice to help you put yourself at the top of your to-do list—without the guilt.
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Anna Khandrueva, LCSW, is a trauma and couples therapist and owner of Courage to Heal Therapy in Broomfield, Colorado. She uses EMDR, IFS, and other trauma-focused approaches to help adults heal from complex trauma and childhood emotional neglect, and helps couples build stronger, more connected relationships. Her practice is LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity affirming. Anna grew up in 1980s Russia, worked in finance before becoming a therapist, and brings both lived experience and clinical skill to every conversation.
Anna’s Website: https://www.couragetohealtherapy.com
Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/couragetohealtherapy
