We all need to tune up our boundaries from time to time, especially when encountering difficult people. Today, I'm sharing an encore episode about the Biblical mandate to "Turn the Other Cheek." Spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with being a doormat in the face of toxicity! \n\nOriginally titled, Should I Turn the Other Cheek? Why It's the Opposite of Being a Doormat & How to Stand Firm in the Face of Gaslighting, Manipulation, & Toxicity, today's episode shows you how to detect toxic strategies and navigate tricky relational situations with wisdom and clarity.\n\nHere's what we cover:\n1. What the Bible has to say about toxic behavior (5:24)\n2. Does it work to \u201clove people into change\u201d? (14:56)\n3. Biblical examples of being a fool (33:14)\n4. Biblical strategies for being wise like Jesus (36:52)\nFind a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.\nRelated Episodes:\nEpisode 2: What Should I Know About Gaslighting?\nEpisode 24: Boundaries, the Spectrum of Toxicity, and a Note About Evil\nEpisode 25: Types of No Part 1\u2014How to Say \u201cNo\u201d in Healthy Relationships\nEpisode 26: Types of "No" Part 2\u2014How to Say "No" to Toxicity, The Real Meaning of Turn the Other Cheek & How to Form a Boundaries Committee\n\nThanks to our sponsors:\nGo to www.organifi.com/bestofyou today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today.\nGet 40% off your first order of Sundays.\nGo to SundaysForDogs.com/BESTOFYOU or use code BESTOFYOU at checkout.\nHead to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code BESTOFYOU to receive UP TO 39%!\nThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/BESTOFYOU and get on your way to being your best self.\nGo to thrivemarket.com/bestofyou for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift!\nMusic by Andy Luiten\nSound editing by Kelly Kramarik\nWhile Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices