In this open and thought-provoking episode, Emily and Verity explore the importance of setting boundaries — why they’re essential, how they protect your peace, and what can happen when red flags are ignored 🚩Emily then shares a deeply personal story about spotting the warning signs early on when her best friend began dating someone who displayed clear narcissistic traits. She talks through the behaviours that immediately raised concerns, the frustration and helplessness of watching someone you love fall deeper into a toxic relationship, and the emotional strain of trying to speak up when your friend isn’t ready to listen.The conversation delves into the reality of setting boundaries not only with difficult partners, but also within friendships. Emily opens up about how she became certain her friend’s boyfriend was cheating, how she connected the dots, and the moment she finally decided to reveal everything — knowing it could put the friendship at risk.This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever:• Struggled to set boundaries with friends or partners• Ignored red flags out of love or loyalty• Tried to help someone who wasn’t ready to hear the truth• Learnt that honesty can be painful, but necessaryRaw, emotional and eye-opening, this episode is a powerful reminder to trust your intuition, stand by your values, and recognise that setting boundaries is an act of self-respect — not selfishness.