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“Proactive people do not demand rights; they live them”
― Henry Cloud / John Townsend, Boundaries

“Boundaries define our soul and help us to guard and maintain it (Proverbs 4:23)”
― Henry Cloud / John Townsend, Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life

“We need to love the boundaries of others to command respect for our own.”
― Henry Cloud / John Townsend, Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life

“I will always be poor in spirit. But by boundaries help me find the time to receive the kingdom of heaven. I will always mourn the losses I suffer in this lifetime. But setting limits helps me find the comfort I need from God and others. I will always be meek and gentle. But being a separate person helps me take the initiative to inherit the earth. Thank you Lord. Thank you for the hope you gave me. And for taking me and those I love along your path.”
― Henry Cloud / John Townsend a

“When we say no to people and activities that are hurtful to us, we are protecting God's investment.”
― Henry Cloud / John Townsend, Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life

“Boundaries are a way to describe our spheres of responsibility and what we are and are not responsible for.”
― Henry Cloud / John Townsend, Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life

“A lack of boundaries is often a sign of disobedience.”
― Henry Cloud / John Townsend, Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life