The Yes Inside the No: Honoring Boundaries as Self-Love

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Two-Part Circle

October 12, 2025
10:00 am - 11:00 am
EST
  • October 18, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST
  • October 25, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Date: TBD

Event Format: 

ZOOM
$30 USD

Every time we say “no,” we are also saying “yes” to something that matters. When we continually agree to things that feel misaligned or draining, we often experience the quiet ache of self-betrayal. We override our inner wisdom and later feel resentment, exhaustion, or regret. Learning to honor our boundaries is not about shutting people out, but about protecting our well-being and creating space for what truly nourishes us. Boundaries are acts of love and self-care, for ourselves and for our relationships.

In this circle, we will:

  • Reframe boundaries as affirmations of self-love rather than acts of rejection.
  • Explore how saying no can actually strengthen our yes to what we value most.
  • Practice using language and strategies for communicating boundaries with clarity and compassion.
  • Support one another in building confidence to trust our limits and honor our needs.

We will use practices such as journaling, reflection, and shared conversation to help embody boundaries as acts of love. This circle is about choosing with intention, creating space for what is life-giving, and learning to honor both our no and our yes.

  • Octavia Hendricks

    Octavia Hendricks, a person in long-term mental wellness recovery, brings over 15 years of experience as a seasoned facilitator of transformational learning experiences. She skillfully facilitates self-development and self-discovery workshops across South Africa and the United States. As a senior facilitator at Sankofa, Octavia leads training sessions and facilitates healing circle gatherings, creating spaces for both healing and personal growth.

    Her extensive corporate background further enhances her capabilities, allowing her to develop creative project scopes, define clear objectives, and effectively coordinate collaborative efforts. This ensures that every project she leads is not only impactful but also aligns with her deep commitment to holistic well-being.