I grew up in a home where helping others wasn't a rule, it was the rhythm of our lives.

My dad was a pastor, and my mom had the gift of seeing someone's need before they even expressed it. They taught us that true success wasn't in being seen, but in seeing others. Not receiving, but in giving. So it will come as no surprise that of their four kids, three became nurses and one a teacher. 

We didn’t always have a lot growing up, but my parents always found a way to meet the needs of people around us. Whether it was sharing vegetables with a neighbor, letting a kid in the youth group sleep on our couch, or spending a few hours with someone that just needed a friend, my parents were always willing to do whatever they could to help. I have a list of names of people that lived with us for a season because they had nowhere else to go. My mom took care of kids because their families couldn't. My dad could spend all day working and still take a call at night from someone in crisis, then driv...

By Stephanie Willis

In life, we often find ourselves constrained by invisible boundaries—limitations that, although unseen, significantly shape our experiences and hold us back from reaching our full potential. These boundaries, formed by upbringing, societal expectations, and personal experiences, can subtly dictate how we view ourselves and the world around us. The good news is that once we recognize them, we can work to break free.

In this post, I’ll guide you through identifying these invisible barriers and share powerful strategies for unleashing your true potential.

Recognizing the Invisible Boundaries

The first step toward transformation is awareness. Invisible boundaries are often deeply ingrained and hard to see. To recognize them, reflect on areas in your life where you feel stuck or limited. Ask yourself:

• What beliefs or experiences are contributing to these feelings?
• Where did these beliefs come from?

Whether these limitations stem from past experiences, societal...