Authenticity in a Cookie-Cutter World

From the moment we’re born, we’re influenced directly and indirectly to think a certain way about who we are, what we should be and what we should have. The family home, educational institutions, organized religious groups, sports clubs, social circles and workplaces are just some of the many spheres of influence. And in the digital age where our screens follow us everywhere, what was once our reprieve from the outside world —alone time— is chock full of messages about how we should think, look and feel if we want to be “liked”, “happy” or “successful.”

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3 Common Untruths About Boundaries

Whether it be in romantic, platonic, familial or work relationships, boundaries are vital to long-term success, fulfillment and happiness. Speaking from personal experience, without healthy boundaries you run the risk of being depleted, used or abused. We hear the word “boundaries” often but there are a good many who don’t understand what they are and/or have struggled to implement them.

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