Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Wendy Knipp. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Wendy , appreciate you joining us today. What sort of legacy are you hoping to build. What do you think people will say about you after you are gone, what do you hope to be remembered for?

I hope to build a legacy of breaking the generational cycle of dysfunction and creating a foundation of healthy boundaries and trust. Growing up, I wasn’t taught the importance of boundaries, which led me to let everyone into my inner circle. This often resulted in confusion and heartbreak, as I shared too much information and faced betrayal. Over time, I learned that not everyone should be trusted implicitly and that boundaries are essential for healthy relationships.
My children and my long-standing relationship with my husband, whom I’ve been with since we were 17, are testaments to breaking that cycle. We’ve been together for 40 years, and our relationship is built on mutual respect and understanding. I want to be remembered for standing up for what I believe in, stepping out of my comfort zone for self-actualization, and understanding the importance of boundaries.
I also want to leave behind a guide for others. I’ve written a book to help people understand friendships and relationships, which I call “The Rooms in Your House: Friendship Boundaries.” In it, I use a visual metaphor of different rooms—curb, porch, living room, and kitchen—to illustrate where people stand in your life and how much you should share with them. This framework helps individuals take back their power and understand what they want out of a friendship. It emphasizes that trust is built over time and that those in your “kitchen” should be people who love and support you.
I hope to be remembered for empowering others to know themselves better and to cultivate meaningful, trustworthy relationships.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

For those who may not be familiar with my story, I’d like to share a bit about myself and my journey. I have dedicated my life to helping others understand the importance of healthy boundaries and building strong, trustworthy relationships. My journey began with personal experiences of navigating dysfunctional relationships and learning the hard way about the significance of setting boundaries.
I ventured into this field because I saw a need for practical, relatable guidance on how to manage friendships and relationships effectively. My work includes writing, speaking engagements, and workshops focused on these themes. One of my key contributions is my book, “The Rooms in Your House: Friendship Boundaries,” which provides a visual and practical framework for understanding where people stand in your life and how to interact with them accordingly.
My journey started as an online coaching community for women in midlife, where I shared my successes and failures, and provided a space for women to connect and grow. I called this community “Socially Brave,” a name that is trademarked. In addition to the online community, I became a keynote speaker, focusing on the message that women never need permission to pursue their dreams and ambitions.
I also own a contracting company with my husband, and about four years ago, I transitioned to speaking to women full-time. I want to help others identify and establish healthy boundaries, build self-awareness, and cultivate meaningful relationships. What sets me apart is my personal experience and the unique, visual approach I use to explain complex concepts in a relatable way.
I am most proud of the positive impact my work has had on individuals and families. Seeing my clients transform their relationships and regain control over their personal lives is incredibly rewarding. I want potential clients and followers to know that my work is rooted in real-life experience and a genuine desire to help others lead healthier, happier lives.
My brand is all about empowerment and self-discovery. I strive to provide practical tools and insights that enable people to understand themselves better and build the kinds of relationships they truly deserve. Whether through my book, coaching, or workshops, my goal is to make a lasting, positive difference in the lives of those I work with.

Can you share a story from your journey that illustrates your resilience?

One pivotal story from my journey that illustrates my resilience is my path to understanding and establishing boundaries. It wasn’t until my early 30s, after many years of trusting the wrong friends and experiencing repeated heartbreak, that I decided to take action. I embarked on a journey of self-discovery to learn who I was as a person and to understand the concept of boundaries.
At the time, I had no idea that my struggles were rooted in a lack of boundaries. It took years of unlearning old habits and redefining what it meant to have and be a friend. Self-growth is incredibly challenging, and the years of feeling unworthy took a significant toll on my self-esteem. I had to relearn—or perhaps learn for the first time—who I truly was.
Establishing boundaries was a difficult process. I yearned to be part of a friend group and a community, but I realized that I first needed to love and forgive myself for all the bad behavior I had tolerated in the name of keeping the peace. Self-growth often felt like two steps forward and one step back, requiring immense strength, especially when it felt like no one else understood my journey.
Through perseverance and a commitment to self-improvement, I gradually built a healthier, more fulfilling life. This journey not only taught me the importance of boundaries but also instilled in me the resilience to keep moving forward, regardless of the obstacles. Today, I use these experiences to help others navigate their own paths to self-discovery and healthy relationships.

How’d you build such a strong reputation within your market?

What helped me build my reputation within my market is a combination of personal experience, authenticity, and a genuine passion for helping others. My journey began with my own struggles in understanding and establishing boundaries, which allowed me to connect deeply with my audience on a personal level.
One of the key elements that set me apart is my willingness to share both my successes and failures openly. This transparency resonates with people, as they see that I have walked the path I am guiding them on. My online coaching community, “Socially Brave,” has been instrumental in creating a supportive environment for women in midlife to connect, share, and grow together. The name itself, which is trademarked, encapsulates the courage it takes to step out of one’s comfort zone and embrace personal growth.
Additionally, my unique approach to explaining complex concepts through relatable, visual metaphors—like the framework in my book “The Rooms in Your House: Friendship Boundaries”—has made these ideas accessible and practical for my clients. This book, along with my one-on-one coaching, group workshops, and online courses, provides clear, actionable steps for individuals to take back their power and build meaningful relationships.
My long-standing relationship with my husband and our successful contracting business also add to my credibility. They demonstrate my ability to maintain healthy, long-term relationships both personally and professionally.
Lastly, my speaking engagements, where I emphasize that women never need permission to pursue their dreams, have further solidified my reputation as a thought leader in this space. By consistently delivering valuable content and fostering a community of mutual support and growth, I have built a reputation for being a trusted guide in the journey towards self-discovery and boundary-setting.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.wendyknipp.com
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/wendyknipp and www.instagram.com/ontheroadwithwendy
• Linkedin: WendyKnipp
• Other: TikTok. ontheroadwithwendy

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