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  • When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life
  • By: John Townsend, Henry Cloud
  • Narrated by: Henry O. Arnold
  • Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (326 ratings)
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Summary

Boundaries is the book that's helped more than four 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 best seller, 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 the 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.

©2008 Henry Cloud (P)2017 Zondervan

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powerful

this book has impacted my church and has been a good conversation topic for a few months now. loved it! definitely one that you will read twice.

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boundaries for Christians - if you're not Christian I would just give this a miss

it's good of you're Christian but for those who are not it's biblical part starts to get annoying.

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Too religious for me

Didn't realise it would be so Christian. Don't have issues with it if that's your jam but the constant Bible references put me off so didn't get through it all. Should have looked at the reviews before downloading. Seems ok otherwise, if you're religious.

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Excellent wisdom from God on Boundaries

I really enjoyed the role playing sections, it helped to illustrate the methodology. I enjoyed the whole book and I need to go listen again and note the scriptures to meditate on.

I had some aha moments with regards to certain relationships in my life which is fantastic. Very deep learning here and inner work as well if you are willing to go there.

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Worth every second

I enjoyed reading this and I highly recommend it to everyone struggling to find balance in their lives. If you are constantly weighed down by others' actions or unable to wiggle out of difficult requests, you may find this useful.

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Must read in any seasons of life

We read this as part of our bookclub during covid. It’s practical, insightful, thoroughly enjoyed learning through each chapter. I’ve managed to finish it in its entirety but it’s one to keep going back to as a resource in the future depending on what season you’re in.

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Amazing Clarity

I've watched Henry Cloud on line and have found his insight thought provoking, practical and relational. I highly recommended this book if your on your jounery or if your just starting out on creating your own personal boundries. Don't stop here keep reading and keep getting stronger and fortifying your life and emotions.

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excellent book

loved the book. made me aware of boundary issues l have with myself and other people and how to work on those.it's a real eye opener.

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Wisdom for the weary and heavy laden

I wish we knew these principles in my younger years . God bless you for writing such an important message.

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It has potential... religious dogma let's it down

Many valuable insights. Unfortunately, these are shrouded in a relentless barrage of Christian dogma. I feel as though the core message of this book could have been expressed with more grounding in reality by exploring social psychology further, without constantly citing the Bible. As a non-religious person, I felt alienated and cringed a lot.

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