Discovering the right balance of personal boundaries can be a daunting journey, one that my daughter Madison and I know all too well. As we reunite in this episode of Insights Into Teens, we delve into the intricate world of boundaries—those unseen yet pivotal lines that protect our well-being. We navigate through the emotional landscapes of adolescents, discussing how vital it is to establish physical, emotional, and mental boundaries while also recognizing the challenges and profound impact relational trauma can have on their formation. Our candid conversation serves as a guide for young individuals striving to reclaim their power in setting boundaries and the necessity of building relationships founded on mutual respect and understanding.
Our personal experiences become the canvas as we paint the picture of struggles with boundaries that are either too permeable or overly rigid. I recount times when my own defenses were so weak that I became susceptible to external influences, as well as moments when fortifying my walls too fiercely led to isolation. Madison and I reflect on the dangers of creating impenetrable boundaries, which may result in disconnection and hinder genuine human connections. We stress the significance of maneuvering the delicate balance between allowing ourselves to be vulnerable to meaningful experiences while also guarding against potential risks, recognizing that it is an ongoing process with room for improvement.
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Insights Into Teens: Episode 185 ”Toxic Positivity” (VIDEO)
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Insights Into Teens: Episode 184 ”Helping Teens Avoid FOMO” (VIDEO)
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Insights Into Tomorrow: Episode 22 ”No More Yesterdays” (VIDEO)
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Insights Into Teens: Episode 183 ”Teens and Anger Management” (AUDIO)
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Insights Into Entertainment: Episode 152 ”Gaming’s Best and Bleakest of 2023” (AUDIO)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 182 ”Adolescent Idealism” (VIDEO)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 182 ”Adolescent Idealism” (AUDIO)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 181 ”Dealing with Toxic Friends” (VIDEO)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 181 ”Dealing with Toxic Friends” (AUDIO)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 180 ”Perspectives on Parenting - Nurturing Them” (VIDEO)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 180 ”Perspectives on Parenting - Nurturing Them” (AUDIO)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 179 ”Fighting In School” (Video)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 179 ”Fighting In School” (Audio)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 178 ”Sexting” (Video)
Insights Into Teens: Episode 178 ”Sexting” (Audio)
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