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5 Reasons why saying “no” is kinder than saying “yes”

We’ve been taught that “yes” is a word of connection, of opportunity, of kindness. But here’s the thing—sometimes, the kindest thing you can say is no. I know it can feel uncomfortable, but leaning into that discomfort is where growth happens. Let’s talk about why saying no is an act of love, for yourself and others. […]

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

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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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020. Say No, Choose You: Self-Love and Boundary Basics

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019. Self-Love Starts Here: Discovering Your Core Values to Live Authentically

Are you ready to transform your life from the inside out? In this episode, we’re diving deep into the foundation of self-love—your core values. Discover how aligning your daily choices with your authentic self can boost your confidence, strengthen your relationships, and help you set healthier boundaries. We’ll explore practical steps to uncover your true […]

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018. Break the People-Pleasing Cycle to Unlock Self-Love and Confidence

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017. Discovering Your Personal Values for a Self-Loving New Year

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016. The Power of Saying No: A Self-Love Holiday Survival Guide: Set boundaries with confidence, honor your needs, and bring more joy to the busiest time of the year

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Boundaries Matter: Cultivating Joy, Self-Care, and Meaningful Relationships

There’s a wealth of resources waiting for you here, designed to empower you on your journey. From practical tips on setting healthy boundaries to self-care strategies and self-discovery guidance, you’ll find everything you need to leave people-pleasing behind and live authentically. Start at the top and explore the posts that resonate with you, or scroll down to browse by category. Not sure where to begin? Dive into my featured stories for some of my personal favorites!

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Ditch People-pleasing & Start Loving the heck out of yourself

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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