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Setting Boundaries: A Practical Guide to Setting Healthy Boundaries in Your Relationships, Work, Family and Daily Life
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Reclaim Your Time, Energy and Peace with Healthy BoundariesDo you struggle with saying no? Feel drained by the demands of others? Does guilt or obligation keep you stuck in unhealthy patterns?
If so, there's a SETTING BOUNDARIES.
We all know boundaries are essential, but what does that actually mean? How can you confidently express your needs, say no without guilt, and stand up for yourself without fear of offending others?
In Setting Boundaries, international therapist, teacher, and author Michael Hetherington provides a clear, practical, and motivational guide to creating healthy boundaries that protect your well-being while strengthening your relationships.
Whether you're dealing with family, friends, co-workers, adult children, intimate partners, or even your pets, this book gives you the tools to communicate with confidence and clarity—without fear or guilt.
Inside, you’ll The most common signs that you need stronger boundariesA Quick-Start Guide to setting boundaries in 10 minutesThe 6 key areas of life where strong boundaries create balance and peaceDiscover your boundary setting style (and how to improve it)Why setting healthy boundaries feels difficult—and how to overcome resistanceHow to set boundaries with family, adult children, friends, work colleagues, partners, digital spaces, and even petsWord-for-word scripts and responses to handle pushback with confidenceHow cultural expectations influence boundary-settingHow to process difficult emotions like guilt, fear, or anxiety when setting boundariesAnd much more!
Get a FREE downloadable workbook! This companion guide includes practical exercises, reflection prompts, and action steps to help you apply what you learn and make lasting changes.
If you're ready to stop people-pleasing, release guilt, and reclaim your time and energy—while staying true to yourself, this book will show you how.
Grab your copy of Setting Boundaries today and start living a more peaceful, balanced life!
Reclaim Your Time, Energy and Peace with Healthy BoundariesDo you struggle with saying no? Feel drained by the demands of others? Does guilt or obligation keep you stuck in unhealthy patterns?
If so, there's a SETTING BOUNDARIES.
We all know boundaries are essential, but what does that actually mean? How can you confidently express your needs, say no without guilt, and stand up for yourself without fear of offending others?
In Setting Boundaries, international therapist, teacher, and author Michael Hetherington provides a clear, practical, and motivational guide to creating healthy boundaries that protect your well-being while strengthening your relationships.
Whether you're dealing with family, friends, co-workers, adult children, intimate partners, or even your pets, this book gives you the tools to communicate with confidence and clarity—without fear or guilt.
Inside, you’ll The most common signs that you need stronger boundariesA Quick-Start Guide to setting boundaries in 10 minutesThe 6 key areas of life where strong boundaries create balance and peaceDiscover your boundary setting style (and how to improve it)Why setting healthy boundaries feels difficult—and how to overcome resistanceHow to set boundaries with family, adult children, friends, work colleagues, partners, digital spaces, and even petsWord-for-word scripts and responses to handle pushback with confidenceHow cultural expectations influence boundary-settingHow to process difficult emotions like guilt, fear, or anxiety when setting boundariesAnd much more!
Get a FREE downloadable workbook! This companion guide includes practical exercises, reflection prompts, and action steps to help you apply what you learn and make lasting changes.
If you're ready to stop people-pleasing, release guilt, and reclaim your time and energy—while staying true to yourself, this book will show you how.
Grab your copy of Setting Boundaries today and start living a more peaceful, balanced life!
261 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 18, 2025
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About the author
Michael Hetherington
75 books13 followersMichael is passionate about self-health care, Oriental philosophy applied to modern living, self-directed education and embracing the human potential.
He holds a Bachelor of Health Science from Charles Sturt University, an Advanced Diploma in Acupuncture from the Australian Institute of Applied Sciences and a level 2, yoga teacher certificate from the Byron yoga centre. He has been teaching yoga since 2008 and was a lecturer of Oriental medicine and Chinese medical massage (Tui-Na) at the Australian Institute of Applied Sciences from 2014-2015.
In his early twenties, he suffered from regular migraine headaches, depression and chronic lower back pain, which he overcame primarily through the practices of yoga, relaxation and meditation.
Michael was always attracted to eastern philosophy and it was this interest that drew him to the teachings and practices of yoga, martial arts and Oriental medicine at a young age. After traveling to China to teach English for a year, he returned to Australia in 2004 to begin studying Chinese medicine, remedial massage and practicing Oki-Do yoga (Japanese yoga form developed by Dr. Masahiro Oki) under the guidance of Peter Masters.
Inspired by the teachings of many he has learned that a lighthearted and nurturing approach to life serves best.
Michael’s other interests include music, dance, circus arts, reading, traveling, spending time in nature & drinking cups of tea.
He holds a Bachelor of Health Science from Charles Sturt University, an Advanced Diploma in Acupuncture from the Australian Institute of Applied Sciences and a level 2, yoga teacher certificate from the Byron yoga centre. He has been teaching yoga since 2008 and was a lecturer of Oriental medicine and Chinese medical massage (Tui-Na) at the Australian Institute of Applied Sciences from 2014-2015.
In his early twenties, he suffered from regular migraine headaches, depression and chronic lower back pain, which he overcame primarily through the practices of yoga, relaxation and meditation.
Michael was always attracted to eastern philosophy and it was this interest that drew him to the teachings and practices of yoga, martial arts and Oriental medicine at a young age. After traveling to China to teach English for a year, he returned to Australia in 2004 to begin studying Chinese medicine, remedial massage and practicing Oki-Do yoga (Japanese yoga form developed by Dr. Masahiro Oki) under the guidance of Peter Masters.
Inspired by the teachings of many he has learned that a lighthearted and nurturing approach to life serves best.
Michael’s other interests include music, dance, circus arts, reading, traveling, spending time in nature & drinking cups of tea.
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July 26, 2025
Scripts That Help You Say No
This book provides clear, compassionate guidance on setting healthy limits across work, family, and friendships without sounding preachy or overwhelming. I appreciated the specific examples and ready-to-use scripts; it gave me real language to state what matters and protect my time. The layout felt straightforward, and the tone was supportive, encouraging reflection without guilt or shaming. While it’s best suited for people new to boundary work, the practical exercises helped me feel more confident navigating challenging conversations. If you’re looking to reclaim emotional bandwidth and clarity in your interactions, this is a gentle yet practical guide.
This book provides clear, compassionate guidance on setting healthy limits across work, family, and friendships without sounding preachy or overwhelming. I appreciated the specific examples and ready-to-use scripts; it gave me real language to state what matters and protect my time. The layout felt straightforward, and the tone was supportive, encouraging reflection without guilt or shaming. While it’s best suited for people new to boundary work, the practical exercises helped me feel more confident navigating challenging conversations. If you’re looking to reclaim emotional bandwidth and clarity in your interactions, this is a gentle yet practical guide.
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