Unpacking Empathy by Design: A Guide Into Embodied Boundaries

Welcome back to Empathy by Design! This episode dives deep into a topic that touches every facet of our lives: Embodied Boundaries. We’re exploring what it means to honor your emotional, mental, and physical limits and how this practice creates healthier, more empathetic connections—with others and yourself in our wellness routines and in design and business world.  

Join us as we unpack the messy, beautiful process of learning to say “no” without guilt, recognizing your needs, and creating balance in relationships. Special guest Sarah O’Brien, a licensed clinical social worker, shares her insights on boundaries as acts of care and how they’re not about keeping people out but protecting your peace.  

You’ll also hear reflections  from our Community Manager Fihmiya Hamdan on how trauma and nervous system awareness play a role in setting boundaries, plus stories of finding safety in the middle ground between “letting everything in” and “shutting everything out.”  

If you’re ready to reclaim your energy and lean into empathy—not just for others but for yourself too—this episode is for you. 🎧  

Take a moment today to listen in, reflect, and reconnect. You’re worth it. 🌟 Don’t forget to sign up for our Embodied Boundaries workshop on 5/10 from 2-4 CST (VIRTUAL) to get anexperience and professional guidance on setting Embodied Boundaries

You can find the episode transcript at the link below:

https://share.descript.com/view/xvDBQtjwgZO