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Boundaries for Your Soul with Colleen Blake-Miller

Cultivating healthy boundaries can change your life and protect your soul and well-being. In this episode, Allie Marie Smith and Colleen Blake Miller discuss the importance of setting boundaries in various areas of life. They explore the challenges people face in establishing boundaries and provide examples of specific boundaries that can be set. They also discuss the difference between assertiveness and aggressiveness when communicating boundaries. The intersection of faith and boundaries is explored, highlighting the need for balance and harmony. The conversation concludes with a reminder of the importance of knowing one’s value and identity in setting boundaries and taking care of oneself.

 

Takeaways

 

-Setting boundaries is essential for maintaining healthy relationships and personal well-being.

-Recognizing the need for boundaries requires self-awareness and paying attention to imbalances or feelings of overwhelm.

-Boundaries can be established through clear communication and setting limits on what one is responsible for.

-Faith can inform the establishment of boundaries by providing a sense of worth and security in God.

-Setting boundaries with oneself, such as managing time and commitments, is crucial for avoiding burnout and maintaining balance.

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About Colleen

Colleen, a Registered Psychotherapist and dynamic speaker, brings over 16 years of experience to her mission of helping individuals conquer anxiety, depression, and self-worth issues. She is the founder of My Wellness Village, a virtual community that empowers women of faith in their mental health, physical fitness, and personal growth journeys, launched in 2020 during the pandemic’s isolating times.

 

Colleen’s significant dedication extends to her role as the Director for the Mental Health Institute within the Covenant Keepers International Alliance, overseen by Bishop Hezekiah Walker. She has been hosting the Woman of Worth conference since 2010, providing a platform for empowerment and inspiration.

 

As a passionate advocate for holistic well-being, she inspires women on their path to personal transformation. Beyond this, Colleen thrives in panel discussions, where she provides diverse perspectives alongside colleagues and friends in the mental health field. Based in Atlanta, GA, Colleen travels internationally to share her wisdom, foster healing, and make a positive impact.