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The Struggle to Say “No”: Why It’s So Hard & What to Do About It

No is one of the simplest words, yet it can be incredibly difficult to say No. Why is that? Why is it so hard to say “No”? And what to do about it? Can we make saying “No.” easier? I give you an easy and practical way to practice saying no that helps you make it easier.

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12 Signs You Lack Boundaries (Part One)

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What Are Healthy Boundaries and Why Do You Need Them?

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The most powerful words you’ll ever speak

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5 Reasons Why Saying “No” Is Kinder Than Saying “Yes”

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013. Embracing Authenticity: The Power of Being Yourself

Are you living authentically? Or do you hide and seek approval and belonging? Embracing your authenticity shows you the power of being yourself. This episode talks about what it means to embrace your authenticity and the power of being yourself that comes with it. Let’s explore what it means to be authentic (it’s not throwing […]

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012. How to break the cycle of people-pleasing

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011. The second six signs you might lack healthy boundaries

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010. The first six signs that indicate you might lack healthy boundaries

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"Setting a boundary" means protecting your joy and well-being.

There is an abundance of resources for you here, from tips on how to set healthy boundaries and self-care to guidance on self-discovery. Start at the top and explore the posts that resonate, or scroll down to browse by category. Not sure where to start? Click featured stories to read my favorites.

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Have you tried out affirmations and been disappointed by the results you got? Do you wonder how to make affirmations work for you? I definitely have. That was 15 years ago when I started my self-development journey. In the meantime, I’ve learned a thing or two about affirmations. And I’m sharing my knowledge in today’s […]

006. How to make affirmations work for you

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I had my plans for today. Overall, I’m a very structured person and I like to plan ahead (especially my working time). But life had different plans. I was just about to write my weekly newsletter about the 4-7-8 breathing technique (which you’ll receive next week now) as my partner in crime, Christoph, came into […]

When life has different plans…

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What is the difference between healthy versus unhealthy boundaries? And why do I need healthy boundaries? If you have ever asked yourself these questions, today’s episode is for you. In this episode, I explain in detail what differentiates healthy from unhealthy boundaries and give you real-life examples of how to set healthy boundaries. I’ll also […]

005. What are healthy boundaries and why do I need them?

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What does the flamingo have to do with self-love, a podcast, or Nadja? So many questions…I know. I get them regularly, I mean every single day regularly. And in today’s episode, I’ll answer all of them. Let me give you a hint – it has much to do with you. All I can reveal here […]

004. What has the flamingo to do with it?

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A lack of boundaries is not always immediately recognizable. It can appear as relationship or communication challenges when in fact, it’s a lack of boundaries, that is causing problems.

The last three signs you might lack healthy boundaries

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Your calendar is jam-packed. At the end of the day, you feel tired, drained, and exhausted. Self-care has become a luxury instead of a necessity. You’d love to take time for self-care, but when you’re finally back home, you’re just too tired. You already notice the first signs of your missing self-care routine but don’t […]

003. How to self-care when you don’t have time at all

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For the past two weeks, I’ve been discussing a crucial topic- the signs that you might be struggling with healthy boundaries (you’ll find the first three signs here and the second three here). Today, I’m continuing this important conversation by sharing three more signs that you lack boundaries. I hope the previous six have sparked […]

Three more signs you lack boundaries (Part Three)

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Two words are powerful beyond measure. Two words can change your life from self-destruction, mediocrity, and unfulfillment to gratefulness, self-care, self-love, and power. Two words define who you are. Two words either lift you up or put you down. They empower and support you or destroy your sense of self. So powerful are these two […]

002. The most powerful words you’ll ever speak

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Last week, I shared with you the first three signs that indicate you may lack boundaries. If we don’t have clear indicators that something is missing, we can easily think it’s us. Something’s wrong, or it’s the way our lives just are. I don’t want that to happen to you. I want you to be […]

The next three signs you lack boundaries (Part Two)

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for high-achieving women so you banish people-pleasing forever and feel confident in every interaction!

And I'm gonna give you word-for-word statements that you can have on the tip of your tongue if you need to say no or politely decline a request. 

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