Ever feel like you're saying “yes” to everyone else while silently saying “no” to yourself? In this final episode of the Boundaries Series, Kaitlyn unpacks the emotional cost of overcommitting while grieving and why protecting your energy isn’t selfish—it’s sacred. If you’ve been trying to hold it all together after losing a parent, this conversation offers the permission slip your heart’s been craving.
Through honest storytelling and biblical encouragement, you’ll learn why saying “no” is a form of healing, not failure. Kaitlyn shares how her own breakdown became a breakthrough when she started setting boundaries that honored her grief and invited God into her healing process. Whether you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or just flat-out tired—this episode will help you release guilt, embrace rest, and trust that God’s plan doesn’t require you to burn out to be faithful.
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to slow down, breathe, and let go of the pressure to do it all—this is it.
What You’ll Learn:- Why saying “yes” to others can mean saying “no” to yourself
- How over commitment blocks emotional healing—and what to do about it
- A powerful mindset shift to help you make decisions with peace
- What Scripture says about God’s plan for you in seasons of rest
- How to protect your energy without guilt as you grieve
- Every “yes” costs you something—make sure it’s not your peace or healing.
- Busyness can mask your grief, but boundaries create space for real healing.
- Trusting God means releasing the need to hold everything together yourself.
- Saying “no” isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom.
- God invites you to rest, reset, and receive His comfort in your grief.
💬 Loved this series? Let me know in our Facebook Community what boundary you’re setting next—or share this episode with a friend who needs the reminder: rest is holy.
🎧 Catch up on the full Boundaries Series starting at Episode 33 for a full step-by-step guide to setting God-honoring boundaries while grieving.
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- Email Kaitlyn: info@KaitlynBuck.com
Remember: You’re not alone in your grief or your faith journey. God sees you, loves you, and wants to walk with you every step of the way.
❤️ Kaitlyn
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