Ep. 35 Wedding Planning and Family Boundaries with Dr Morgan Anderson

Clinical psychologist Dr. Morgan Anderson joins as a guest on this episode of Dream Day Radio. We’ll be talking about attachment style, relationships, family, and boundaries. Dr. Anderson has her own podcast and coaching program directed at helping women go from an anxious-avoidant attachment to embodying a securely attached, confident woman who can have great relationships.

Dr. Anderson breaks down the different types of attachment styles and dives into how these influence your adult relationship functioning. Many women spend decades stuck in unhealthy attachment styles. Dr. Anderson loves the program she’s created because it helps women reach secure attachment in just eight weeks.

One thing so many couples struggle with is boundaries, and this can impact the wedding planning process. The fear of abandonment and the desire to people please can be strong. What Dr. Anderson wants people to remember is this: boundaries are a good thing. They don’t hurt relationships; they actually help relationships by preserving them for the long-term.

Before you can set your boundaries, you need to know what those boundaries are. This requires trust and a strong foundation within yourself. You can start by asking yourself what you’re feeling and what you need to feel supported throughout the day.

If you’re planning your wedding and you find family members or friends are overstepping your boundaries, check in with yourself. Give yourself credit for realizing that you have to express your needs. Approach the conversation using “I” statements and don’t be afraid to let the other person know what you need. It may be difficult at first, but over time, enforcing your boundaries will become a natural part of your relationships.