🙅🏽‍♀️Don't Forget Boundaries

Got your keys, your bag, your water bottle…don’t forget to grab your Boundaries on the way out the door.

I recently read a Dear Abby post that said boundaries are essential for staying healthy, kind, and safe in relationships. And it’s true—boundaries look different for everyone. Some people will respect your figurative baby gate, while others might need a full-on privacy fence.

Boundaries can also be fluid, evolving as we grow. Nedra Glover Tawwab calls them an "owner's manual" for how we want to be treated. And just like any manual, we have the right to establish and enforce the rules that protect us.

Start by clearly communicating your needs and expectations to safeguard your peace.

Then, ensure your actions match the boundaries you’ve set. For example, if you’ve decided to stay out of family drama, muting the family group chat might be necessary.

Be prepared to enforce boundaries with calm, assertive communication when they’re crossed. Feeling guilt or frustration along the way is normal—this is part of the process. The reward? A life with less discomfort, resentment, and anxiety, and more peace and self-respect.