SH#T MY DOG TAUGHT ME

/

Sh#t My Dog Taught Me Book

/

Apple Podcast

Tag: Setting Boundaries

  • Birthday Reflections: Learning When to Match Energy Instead of Burning Yourself Out

    Have you ever found yourself putting more energy into someone else’s growth than they’re putting in themselves? 🍎😮‍💨 As an English professor, I come into my classroom with all the bells and whistles, ready to deliver engage-first workshops. But when students are disengaged or scrolling on their phones, it’s a tough reality check. I’ve had… →

  • Beyond “Ride or Die”: Why Maturing Means Prioritizing Self-Value Over Self-Sacrifice

    Does the “Ride or Die” mindset actually have an expiration date? 🤔🔥 In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, Michelle drops a huge wisdom bomb: as women mature into their 30s, 40s, and 50s, the urge to blindly “ride or die” for everyone else fades. Instead, growth and wisdom teach us to step… →

  • Loving People in “Small Doses”: Setting Healthy Boundaries Without Losing Your Compassion

    In your 50s (and honestly, at any age!), protecting your peace becomes non-negotiable. 💡 In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, our guest Michelle drops a real truth bomb about dealing with constant pessimism in friendships: you can still love people, pray for them, and wish them well—from a distance, or in “small… →

  • Protect your peace and watch who you keep in your circle. 🚫🛑

    In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, Mackenzie speaks on the importance of setting boundaries with reckless behavior and avoiding situations that pull you into unnecessary drama. Knowing when to step back and prioritize your own well-being is key! 💯✨ How do you set firm boundaries when someone’s actions start affecting your peace?… →

  • When Someone Shows You Who They Are, Do You Believe Them the First Time? 🚪🚶‍♂️

    In this clip from Tricks My Dog Taught Me, Eric reflects on setting strict boundaries in friendships and relationships. Knowing when to exit can mean missing out on certain opportunities, but holding true to Maya Angelou’s famous advice—when people show you who they are, believe them—is a powerful rule to live by. Are you quick… →

  • Use Your Voice Early, And Set Your Boundaries Then. 🗣️✨

    In this clip from the podcast, Kia breaks down how finding and using your voice early in life saves you from so many unnecessary trials, tribulations, and the constant need to stay on guard. Setting clear boundaries upfront protects your peace and keeps you from having to second-guess everyone’s motives later on. 💡💬 What’s one… →

  • Setting the Precedent Through Messages

    Are you setting the right boundaries to protect your peace? Drop a 🔒 if you’re learning to say no without feeling guilty. We often send a message with our availability—letting everyone think we’re always accessible. But here’s the truth: When you say yes to everything, you’re basically saying no to your peace. Setting boundaries isn’t… →

  • Setting Boundaries for Work-Life Balance

    Creating your mental ‘territory’ is the key to finding peace — but here’s the truth about boundaries no one tells you…Drop a 🔐 if you’re ready to guard your peace betterWe often think boundaries are about keeping others out, but it’s really about protecting our space inside. When I started fencing my mental territory, I… →

  • Black Women Setting Boundaries

    Are Black women expected to be everyone’s savior — but at what cost to us? Drop a ✊ if you feel this shift is long overdue.We often over perform for others’ validation while losing ourselves in the process. It’s time to reclaim your boundaries — saying no isn’t selfish, it’s survival. When I started setting… →