Episode 07: Graceful Goodbyes: When Boundaries are not Enough

In this episode, Melie dives into the messy, emotional, and necessary process of saying goodbye to relationships that just don’t work anymore. With her signature blend of humor, faith, and straight-up honesty, she tackles the tough stuff: setting boundaries, recognizing when a connection is unhealthy, and making the brave decision to let go. Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, Melie offers practical advice on how to end relationships gracefully—without ghosting—and how to lean on prayer and wisdom when the emotions get heavy. If you’ve ever wrestled with the idea of cutting ties, this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Goodbyes can be hard, but they’re often necessary for your mental and emotional health.

• Boundaries aren’t just important—they’re non-negotiable.

• Feeling regret after cutting someone out is normal, but it doesn’t mean you made the wrong decision.

• Recognizing unhealthy patterns is a big step toward your own growth.

• Graceful goodbyes happen when you communicate honestly (and without ghosting).

• Prayer and wise counsel are lifesavers when making tough decisions.

• It’s okay to grieve a relationship—even one you know needed to end.

• Cutting ties doesn’t mean you’re full of hate; it means you’re protecting your heart.