Where You End and I Begin is a burningly true and gorgeously written memoir of a complex mother and daughter relationship. Read more about the condition New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. Cessie describes her parenting style as ‘benign neglect’ and their family motto ‘Commitment sucks the life right out of you’ is tacked up on every rental fridge.

In contrast to the enmeshment Beth experienced, Laura lived in a family that set boundaries so far away from themselves that each person moved in a separate circle, so disconnected that Laura seemed to be growing up all by herself. I will accept appropriate anger from my friends and loved ones, but even then, I determine how close I’m willing to be to an angry person.Jacqueline Woodson’s lyrical text and Rafael López’s dazzling art reminds us that we all feel like outsiders sometimes-and how brave it is that we go forth anyway. As a final note before you begin, some of the stories and examples included in this book may be hard for you to read. This book brings inspiration, practical thinking and true thought leadership that I would recommend to anyone who wants a new angle on how to view their wellbeing at work.

Maybe it’s how you look or talk, or where you’re from; maybe it’s what you eat, or something just as random. If you're interested to hear more personal news as well as updates and insights about my writing journey, please subscribe to my mailing list here. a very interesting take on how violations can traumatize a person and shape how they survive as adults. Throughout, you’ll read stories that demonstrate what both healthy and unhealthy boundaries look like, which may give you a glimpse into whatever situation led you to pick up this book.This book is lively, passionate, somehow even intimate at times where it feels like a cosy conversation with a friend. Petra brings through a reality and pragmatism when it comes to finding your wellness in this busy, chaotic world we live and work in. An easy to read book on why looking after your mental health is important and how to go about doing so.