All great relationships are built on the same foundation: authenticity.
If you've found yourself having to change (or to change others) in all your relationships, chances are you're most likely lacking in one particular skill...
...It's the skill that allows you to stop struggling with people you love for power.
...It's the skill that can transform a stressful or boring relationship into one filled with joy and passion.
...It's also the skill that many people find the toughest to master.
I never blame anyone for struggling with it. Because it's not your fault. (And it's probably not theirs, either.)
You don't see this modeled in your family.
You don't see it modeled in your friends.
You don't see it modeled in the movies.
You don't see it modeled on TV.
In fact, when you have actually set and maintained a boundary at any time in your life, you've probably been told that it's wrong. That you should do "what's expected," "be nice," or "do as I say."
MOST people don't understand boundaries.
Many of us have grown up with fuzzy boundaries. Very, very few people are taught healthy boundaries at all.
We spend our lives being controlled by others, so we learn to control others—OR—we allow others to control us in exchange for love.
Does that resonate with you?
If so, read on.