A Day in a Boundaryless Life Summary and Analysis

The authors begin chapter one with a long narration of a woman living without proper boundaries. Sherrie lives with her husband Walt and two children, Todd and Amy. She awakens tired and worried. She quickly readies herself and her family, dealing with her children's demands and her husband's poor attitude. Furthermore, some chores remain undone due to a long, guild-ridden visit from her mother the night before.

Sherrie, likewise, suffers from a lack of boundaries at work. She takes on the duties others forget to do. During her break time, she counsels a friend over the phone, thereby taking on her problems as well. After work, Sherrie meets Todd's teacher, who informs Sherrie that Todd fails to follow rules and directions at school. In tears, Sherrie confesses that the situation mirrors...