Ep. 49- The Art of Saying No Without Spiraling: How to Handle the Discomfort and Stand in Your Power
Sep 08, 2025
Saying no shouldn’t feel like a full-body panic attack — but for recovering people-pleasers, it often does. If your chest tightens, your thoughts spiral, and you second-guess yourself every time you set a boundary, you’re not alone.
In this episode of Boundaries Unleashed, we’re breaking down what it really feels like to say no, how your body and mind respond, and why that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. You’ll learn the hidden signs that you’re actually becoming more comfortable with saying no (even if it doesn’t feel like it yet), plus three practical coping strategies to help you stay grounded when the anxiety spiral hits.
✨ Inside this episode:
- What happens in your body when you say no (and why it’s normal)
- The anxious thought spirals you can expect after setting a boundary
- Signs you’re building true comfort with saying no
- Three coping strategies for when it still feels hard
If you’ve ever wished you could say no without guilt, this episode is your permission slip.
👉 Grab my free guide: Your No Made Simple — your step-by-step tool for saying no with confidence and clarity. https://www.mytimemama.com/your-no-made-simple
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