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It’s about YOU and your happiness, let them worry about their own
Why is setting boundaries so hard? There are a few common reasons: Protecting Others We take on other people’s emotions. We empathize or sympathize. We try to protect them from discomfort. Aka People-Pleasing Fear of Rejection If they don’t like what I say, they’ll hate me/no longer be in my life. They’ll view me differently. …
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Boundaries
What is a boundary and why should we set them? Just like we have physical boundaries of our homes (walls, windows, doors, fences, etc.), we also can create emotional boundaries for ourselves and our relationships. Boundaries are something we put in place as a means of protection and empowerment. To set a boundary, you basically…