Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition: When to Say Yes, How to Say No To Take Control of Your Life

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Boundaries is the book that’s helped over 4 million people learn when to say yes and know how to say no in order to take control of their lives.

Does your life feel like it’s out of control? Perhaps you feel like you have to say yes to everyone’s requests. Maybe you find yourself readily taking responsibility for others’ feelings and problems. Or perhaps you focus so much on being loving and unselfish that you’ve forgotten your own limits and limitations. Or maybe it’s all of the above.

In the New York Times bestseller, Boundaries, Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend help you learn when to say yes and know how to say no in order to take control of your life and set healthy, biblical boundaries with your spouse, children, friends, parents, co-workers, and even yourself.

Now updated and expanded for the digital age, this book continues to help millions of people around the world answer these tough questions:

Can I set limits and still be a loving person?What are legitimate boundaries?How do I effectively manage my digital life so that it doesn’t control me?What if someone is upset or hurt by my boundaries?How do I answer someone who wants my time, love, energy, or money?Why do I feel guilty or afraid when I consider setting boundaries?How do boundaries relate to mutual submission within marriage?Aren’t boundaries selfish?

You don’t have to let your life spiral out of control. Discover how boundaries make life better today!

Plus, check out Boundaries family collection of books dedicated to key areas of life – dating, marriage, raising kids, parenting teens, and leadership. Workbooks and Spanish editions are also available.


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The Boundaries book series has transformed marriages, families, organizations, and individuals around the world, with 4 million copies sold.

Some people focus so much on being loving and unselfish that they forget their own limits and limitations. That’s why the ability to set clear boundaries is essential to a healthy, balanced lifestyle. In relationships, boundaries define who we are and who we are not, which impacts every part of our lives.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Zondervan
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 3, 2017
Edition ‏ : ‎ Enlarged
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 352 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0310351804
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0310351801
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.44 x 0.96 x 8.48 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #213 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1 in Christian Self Help #1 in Christian Dating & Relationships (Books) #5 in Christian Personal Growth
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Customers say

Customers find this book easy to read and extremely helpful, with one noting it’s the best book on boundaries. Moreover, the book provides profound insights, helping customers understand themselves better and making a significant impact on their lives. Additionally, they appreciate its comprehensive information and its effectiveness in improving relationships, particularly in family settings. However, the religious content receives mixed reactions, with some appreciating its Christian-based approach while others find it overly religious.

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