In today’s episode, Torie breaks down why cycle breakers panic-agree to things they don’t want to do, why your body goes into survival mode when you try to set limits, and why allowing yourself to change your mind is a crucial part of healing.

Listen to learn:

• Why your nervous system floods when you’re put on the spot
• Why saying yes too quickly is a trauma response, not a personality flaw
• How to recognize when an impulsive commitment no longer aligns with your capacity
• Why changing your mind is a healthy, adult skill even if your parent “freaks out”
• How to start giving yourself permission to choose what’s right for you

If the holidays are already feeling heavy, this episode will help you understand your reactions and move toward decisions that honor your time, energy, and wellbeing.

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If you’re ready for step-by-step support in breaking these patterns, start with my foundational course Confident Boundaries with Toxic Parents. This is the first place to begin if you want to learn how to set limits without spiraling and stop abandoning yourself to keep the peace.
https://www.confidentboundaries.com/course

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