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For many queer people, boundaries were never taught-only the expectation to adapt, overgive, and make yourself small so others could stay comfortable. You learned to decode rejection, anticipate discomfort, and translate scraps of acceptance into survival strategies. But beneath all that constant self-editing lies a truth you may have never been told: your well-being is not optional. It is essential. And the life you want begins the moment you stop apologizing for who you are. Queer Boundaries is a powerful and affirming guide for LGBTQIA individuals who have spent years people-pleasing, performing safety, or abandoning their needs to fit into families, relationships, or communities that didn't know how to hold them. Drawing from trauma-informed psychology, identity research, and real-world emotional tools, Clara A. Vance breaks down why boundaries are not just personal limits-they are life-saving structures that help queer people heal, connect, and reclaim autonomy. Inside this book, you'll explore: The hidden origins of queer people-pleasing and emotional overgiving How trauma, rejection, or social pressure shape your nervous system The five core types of boundaries-emotional, mental, physical, digital, relational Scripts and real-life examples for asserting yourself with clarity and compassion How to navigate guilt, anger, manipulation, and pushback What healthy queer relationships look like when respect and authenticity lead How to rebuild trust with your own voice, needs, and intuition Every chapter is designed to help you understand your patterns, honor your identity, and develop the confidence to protect your peace without fear. Imagine a life where: You no longer apologize for your needs You choose relationships that nourish you rather than drain you You stop defaulting to guilt, caretaking, or emotional exhaustion You feel grounded in your identity and secure in your truth You can say ""no"" without anxiety-and ""yes"" without self-betrayal You show up fully as yourself, without shrinking or editing your existence This book gives you the tools to make that life real. Through accessible strategies, compassionate insights, and affirming guidance, Queer Boundaries helps you release the shame that was never yours, rebuild self-trust, and become someone who honors their own emotional landscape as deeply as they do others'. Reclaiming your boundaries is not about pushing people away-it's about finally making room for you. Your needs. Your voice. Your self-respect. If you are ready to break free from old survival patterns and step into a future defined by authenticity, confidence, and emotional freedom, this book is for you. Take the first step toward the life you deserve. Choose yourself. Choose your boundaries. Choose your freedom.

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