About Me
When I was stuck in people-pleasing patterns, my life looked good on the outside, and no one would ever suspect how I felt on the inside.
I had a hard time saying “no.” I went along with what others wanted…or what I thought they wanted. I was an approval-seeker, trapped in a never-ending cycle of trying to please others.
Because I had no boundaries to define where I ended and someone else began, I often asked myself,
Who am I anymore?
I felt disconnected, discouraged, and lonely—even in some of my closest relationships. I frequently wondered,
What is wrong with me?
I was really nice. And I tried very hard. But it wasn’t working. Underneath, I felt secretly resentful.
But one day I realized…
If I could create better boundaries, I would have a better life.
I knew I couldn’t do it alone, so I started opening up in the right places and found myself heard and understood.
With the help of Jesus and others, I was able to un-learn people-pleasing. I began to fully understand my God-given wiring as a Highly Sensitive Person and what this means for my life and relationships.
I prayed and discovered what the Bible teaches about boundaries.
I looked at the life of Jesus and realized—Jesus had boundaries, too.
Finally, I was able to discern where I needed limits in my life.
I practiced my boundaries. It wasn’t easy. In the beginning, it was frustrating and complicated. I often felt as if I had failed. But I didn’t give up.
Eventually, I began to see a difference. Boundaries became life-giving and the dynamics of my routines and relationships improved. I started showing up differently in my relationships—without the burdens of people-pleasing.
With better boundaries, I had a better life.
Are you ready for better boundaries?
Hi! I’m Leslie Newman.
I’ve been married to my husband, Steve, for 33 years. We live in the rolling hills of Kentucky. We have two married children, and we enjoy spending time with our growing family.
I have a BS in Special Education, an MS in Elementary Education, and 30+ years of experience teaching in public, private, and home school settings.
Now I am a Life Coach. I specialize in helping Christian women who are Highly Sensitive Persons through my individual coaching and workshops. I obtained my Life Coach Certification from the Professional Christian Coaching Institute.
When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me camping and hiking in as many places as possible.
