Or, I've tried everything to fix this relationship but nothing is working--I fear I'm becoming someone I don't even like? Nevertheless, a glance at the chapter titles instantly shows the reader what they can expect to learn from this book. Ebooks fulfilled through Glose cannot be printed, downloaded as PDF, or read in other digital readers (like Kindle or Nook). Good Boundaries and Goodbyes walks readers through navigating difficult questions like, How do you establish boundaries in relationships? What stood out to me is how to set boundaries and be confident it is a godly/Biblical choice instead of fumbling emotionally and mentally because of trying to please everyone in my life.

I’ve seen so much progress in my own relationships through all I’ve learned about good, healthy boundaries, and I want the same for you.As a Christian I find it hard to set rules boundaries and consequences – even if it is to protect myself. If you are a people pleaser or struggling with a difficult relationship then this is a book for you! My heart broke for her a bit as I read about her divorce, especially after reading the book where she had reconciled with her husband.

I can’t recommend this book highly enough for those who need help navigating difficult relationships and overcoming people pleasing.She has scripture to back up everything and as she says in her podcast doesn’t “tell you what to think, but gives you a lot to think about”. Or, I've tried everything to fix this relationship but nothing is working—I fear I'm becoming someone I don't even like? You should have perfect boundaries before separating from an abuser and the therapist actually states that if you do it correctly the abuser will see the need for separation. Sometimes it seems like the number one goal of Christianity is to bend over backwards and do everything you can for others (even if they are rude, disrespectful, and it interferes with your own life). Lysa TerKeurst understands this dance with dysfunction and wants to be your insightful, compassionate friend who will teach you that it isn't unloving to set a boundary, and it isn't unchristian to say goodbye.

I do not normally read self help but I am extremely thankful and grateful for my beautiful daughter who recommend it to me. She has a way of being relatable with her experiences and advice that makes me feel seen/heard and like I could actually get through the things that are discussed in this book. I also enjoyed the section at the end with Scripture verses and how to interpret them in healthy ways. If you have dealt with or are dealing with difficult relationships due to co-dependency or the tendency to "rescue" others, or for any other reason, let this book be a blessing to you as well.

and said that when someone violates her boundaries, she can act "in opposite ways of the woman I really am. Reading through this lens, I saw how Terkeurst uses the pain from her experience to help people develop more meaningful relationships. When discussing people who won't respect boundaries, she stated, "The problem isn't the boundary, it's that the person won't respect the boundary. However, this is because I am not the target audience, and I am not currently in a place where I am seeking to learn what Terkuerst here is teaching.