Today’s Scripture is: Proverbs 4:20-23

Many of us have been taught that setting limits is selfish — that real love means giving without reserve. This episode makes the case, from both scripture and science, that boundaries are not walls against love but what protect love's integrity.

We'll explore:

-The research on compassion fatigue and what happens neurologically when we chronically override our own limits

-The full context of Proverbs 4 — and why the wisdom writer connects attentiveness to your inner life with health to your whole body

-Why guarding your heart is not a selfish act, but an act of profound faithfulness to God and the people you love

To Go Deeper:

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For more on external boundaries, see The Best of You or click here to get the first 3 chapters free

For more on internal boundaries, see Boundaries For Your Soul, or click here to get free resources.

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