Episode notes
Boundaries have become one of the most popular buzzwords in self-help and psychology, but have we misunderstood their true purpose? In this episode of Project I Am, we take a fresh look at boundaries—not just as barriers to keep people out, but as meeting places that foster healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
We’ll explore:
- The true definition of boundaries in relationships and why they matter.
- The psychological origins of boundaries, from Freud to modern research.
- How boundaries became a self-help trend—and where that conversation went wrong.
- A new perspective on boundaries as negotiation points, rather than rigid rules.
- How to set boundaries in a way that strengthens, rather than damages, relationships.
Drawing on recent studies from the Journal of ...