
E91 - 'Not Every Boat Is Yours to Fix': Teaching Kids Boundaries Before People-Pleasing Starts
Published: August 11, 2026
Duration: 1:05:20
The central theme of our conversation revolves around the profound insights encapsulated in my book, *Not Every Boat Is Yours to Fix*.
This narrative seeks to impart the essential lesson that kindness does not necessitate self-abandonment; one can exhibit compassion while simultaneously establishing necessary boundaries.
Karim has endeavored to share her personal journey, experiences, and reflections on the nuances of relationships, particularly the importance of discerning which burdens she to carries.
The impetus for this work emerged from a pivotal moment in therapy, wherein Karim realized the significance of relinquishing the weight of...