Date: September 25 | Time: 7:00 PM EDT

Course

The Power of Boundaries: Honoring Your Physical and Emotional Needs

A Deeper Dive Into Reclaiming Your Energy and Protecting Your Peace

About This Course

This course is where we go deeper—into the real work of practicing boundaries every day, so you can honor your needs without guilt, fear, or apology.

Too often, we say “yes” when we mean “no.” We overgive until we’re drained. We worry about letting people down, so we stay quiet and push our needs aside. But here’s the truth: boundaries aren’t selfish. They’re the foundation of respect, balance, and authentic connection.

This event was created to help you finally put yourself on the priority list.

Why Setting Boundaries Are Important?

Protect Your Energy:
Without boundaries, you’re constantly drained, giving more than you have to give.

Prevent Burnout:
Overcommitting and saying “yes” when you mean “no” leads to exhaustion and resentment.

Build Healthier Relationships:
Boundaries teach others how to treat you with respect.

Strengthen Self-Worth:
Every time you honor your needs, you send yourself the message: I matter.

Reduce Stress & Anxiety:
Clear limits mean less guilt, less conflict, and more peace of mind.

Encourage Authenticity:
Boundaries allow you to show up as your true self, not who others expect you to be.

Create Balance:
They help you juggle responsibilities while still making space for rest, joy, and growth.

HERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT:

Clarity on Boundaries – Understand what healthy boundaries are and why they’re essential for your well-being.

Know Your Limits – Identify where you’re overgiving, overcommitting, or feeling drained.

Break Free from People-Pleasing – Learn how to say “no” without guilt, fear, or apology.

Confident Communication – Practice simple scripts to express your needs clearly and firmly.

Protect Your Energy – Gain tools to stop burnout and maintain emotional balance.

Create Lasting Balance – Integrate boundary-setting into everyday life for peace, confidence, and authentic relationships.

YOUR HOST

Karen Robinson

MSW, ACSW, LCSW, CCTP-II

"I’m Karen Robinson, and I empower survivors to heal and recover from childhood abuse, sexual assault, domestic violence, toxic work environments, and all forms of trauma. My passion for this work comes from both personal and professional experience—

I’m a trauma survivor myself, and I deeply understand what it means to rebuild after hardship.

Over the years, I’ve had the honor of supporting military sexual assault survivors, combat veterans, and individuals struggling with moral injuries. My career spans roles as a case manager, advocate, mental health therapist, service chief, and department chief in areas like emergency services, inpatient psychiatry, medical social work, and behavioral health consultation.

I earned both my Bachelor’s (1996) and Master’s (1998) Degrees in Clinical Social Work from the University of Maine in Orono. Since then, I’ve served in community mental health in Washington, DC, worked as a school social worker, supported adoption services (primarily home studies), and spent 17 years as a federal government social worker.

My roots are in Northern Maine, though I also grew up in Rowena, New Brunswick, Canada. I approach my work with a strong ethic, a mission-driven mindset, and a heart for service. I believe in showing up authentically and with compassion, especially during the most difficult chapters of life.

When I’m not working, I love reading, growing through personal development, and spending time with my amazing husband, Tony, and our three wonderful children—Lena, Grace, and Gideon."