Are You an Overcommitted Overachiever?
The Introvert’s Guide to Setting Boundaries without Guilt or Conflict Course
I am in the process of creating this quick and easy-to-implement online course! I’d love to know how much interest there is for a course like this, so if it sounds like something that would be helpful to you please let me know at OpenLockedDoors@gmail.com
Imagine your energy as an investment—where is it going? If you’re constantly exhausted, it’s time to update your strategy. The Introvert’s Guide to Setting Boundaries without Guilt or Conflict online course will show you how to redirect your energy toward what (and who) truly needs and deserves it.
Do You Need This Course?
Your energy is your most valuable resource—how are you spending it? Take This 2-Minute Quiz to Find Out if You are Heading for Burnout!
How Often Do You Feel…?” (Scale: 1 to 5)
(1 = Never, 5 = Almost Always)
- “I’m completely drained, but I still say yes to everything because I feel guilty saying no.”
- “I overcommit at work, and now my personal life is falling apart.”
- “I have no time to myself, yet I still feel guilty when I try to carve out alone time.”
- “I let people push me around because I hate confrontation, and it’s killing my confidence.”
- “I constantly have to ‘recover’ from social exhaustion, but people keep asking for more of me.”
- “I get stuck doing more work than everyone else because I’m ‘reliable’—but no one notices my suffering.”
- “I take on extra projects to prove my worth, but I end up resenting everyone for not doing their share.”
- “I feel trapped in a cycle where I put others first, and I don’t know how to break free.”
- “My mental and physical health are suffering, but I don’t know how to step back without disappointing people.”
- “I know I should stand up for myself, but I freeze in the moment and let people take advantage of me.”
- “I cringe when I get a last-minute request, but I say yes anyway because I don’t want to seem difficult.”
- “I feel resentful when people don’t respect my time, but I never actually tell them to stop.”
- “I hate small talk, but I force myself through it because I don’t want to seem rude.”
- “I admire people who set boundaries effortlessly, but I feel weak for struggling with it.”
- “I feel guilty for prioritizing my needs, even though I know I should.”
- “I dread phone calls and unplanned meetings, but I feel bad if I don’t respond immediately.”
- “I go along with group plans even when I don’t want to because I don’t want to disappoint anyone.”
- “I feel like I’m constantly pretending to be more outgoing than I really am.”
- “I hate conflict so much that I’d rather suffer in silence than address the issue.”
- “I secretly envy people who just say ‘no’ without over-explaining themselves.”
Quiz Scoring & Results:
- 0-20 points → “You’re a Boundary Boss (But There’s Always Room for Growth!)”
- 21-50 points → “You’re a People-Pleasing Pro—But It’s Costing You”
- 51-75 points → “Your Boundaries Need Serious Help (Before Burnout Hits)”
- 76-100 points → “You’re on the Fast Track to Burnout—Time to Take Back Control”
Learn how to say ‘no’ (without the guilt or conflict) and reclaim your time and energy in the Introvert’s Guide to Setting Boundaries With Gratitude and Generosity but Without Guilt or Conflict – a short, actionable online course designed for busy, overachieving introverts.
What is the Course about?
Curriculum
Module 1: Why You Struggle to Set Boundaries
- Story: “The Overachiever’s Trap: How Sophie Learned That Over-Giving Leads to Burnout.” A case study of a client who thought working harder and saying “yes” would earn them success, only to end up exhausted and resentful.
- Lesson 1
- Lesson 2
- Journaling Prompt: Where am I spending my energy that doesn’t align with my values?
Module 2: The Art of Saying No (Without Feeling Like a Jerk)
- Story: “The First Time I Said ‘No’ Without Guilt—And How It Changed Everything.” A relatable moment when saying “no” felt impossibly hard, but the outcome was unexpectedly positive.
- Lesson 3
- Lesson 4
- Journaling Prompt: What/who do I truly value? Where do I want my energy to go – short and long-term?
Module 3: Reclaiming Your Time & Energy (So You Have More for What Matters)
- Story: “How I Stopped Being Everyone’s Backup Plan & Took Control of My Schedule.” The emotional toll of constantly saying “yes” to last-minute requests.
- Lesson 5
- Lesson 6 The 3-2-1 Boundary Method: A Scientific Approach to Protecting Your Energy Without Explaining Yourself
- Journaling Prompt: What drains me the most right now? What would protecting and redirecting my energy involve?
Module 4: Automating Boundaries to Prevent Burnout
- Story: “Why I Stopped Apologizing for My Boundaries—And How It Made Life Easier.” The mindset shift that makes boundary-setting feel natural instead of confrontational.
- Lesson 7 The 70% Rule: Why Setting Imperfect Boundaries is Better Than Burnout
- Lesson 8 Why Introverts Are Especially Prone to Burnout
- Journaling Prompt: Write a letter to your future self: What will your life feel like when you protect your energy with clarity and confidence?
If you would like to join the waiting list and be notified the moment this course becomes available, send a quick e-mail to OpenLockedDoors@gmail.com
What You’ll Walk Away With After Completing This Course
By the time you finish The Introvert’s Guide to Setting Boundaries with Gratitude and Generosity, you’ll…
✅ Feel calm and in control.
No more last-minute obligations or energy-draining commitments—you’ll have a clear, confident strategy to direct your energy toward what (and who) truly matters.
✅ Set boundaries with confidence (and zero guilt).
You’ll learn to say “no” firmly but kindly, without over-explaining, feeling selfish, or dreading someone’s (over)reaction.
✅ Stop feeling trapped.
People-pleasing and overcommitting will be a thing of the past. Instead of feeling trapped in constant obligation, you’ll know exactly how to protect your time—without burning bridges.
✅ Make decisions that align with your values.
No more default “yes” out of guilt. You’ll have a simple framework to instantly assess whether something is worth your energy—and confidently decline if it’s not.
✅ Experience deeper, more meaningful relationships.
By setting clear, respectful boundaries, you’ll attract people who respect your time, energy, and priorities—instead of those who take advantage of your generosity.
✅ Spend more time on what truly fulfils you.
With fewer energy leaks and distractions, you’ll finally have the space to focus on the things that light you up—whether it’s personal interests, career growth, or quality time with loved ones.
✅ Feel a renewed sense of self-respect and inner peace.
You’ll no longer feel like you’re constantly running on empty. Instead, you’ll wake up every day with clarity, intention, and the confidence that your time and energy is being spent wisely.
Imagine this…
✨ You respond to requests without guilt—no more “sorry for saying no” messages.
✨ Your calendar reflects your priorities, not everyone else’s demands.
✨ Your relationships feel lighter, easier, and more fulfilling because you’re giving from a place of energy, not exhaustion.
✨ You feel at peace, empowered, and deeply aligned with your values.
It all starts with one simple mindset shift—learning to set boundaries with clarity, gratitude, generosity and confidence.
If you would like to join the waiting list and be notified the moment this course becomes available, send a quick e-mail to OpenLockedDoors@gmail.com