𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲

For a long time, I believed being a good friend or co-worker meant being accommodating.

Being dependable meant saying yes.
Being kind meant never pushing back.

I’ll admit, I’ve been steamrolled more than once.

I’m fully capable of standing up for myself, but for years, I didn’t do it well. Not early enough. Not clearly enough. Not until I was pushed to the edge.

Rethinking Boundaries

The key isn’t reacting when we’re at the breaking point. Who responds well when things get that far?

Boundaries aren’t about punishment. They’re about prevention.

They are how we protect our energy and honor our truth.

Boundaries as Love

The most loving people I know often struggle with boundaries. Why? Because they care deeply. They want to help. They want to be the safe place.

But how can you take care of others if you are depleted?

Here’s a reframe: A boundary isn’t a wall. It’s a bridge that lets you stay connected without losing yourself.

A Gentle Reminder

Boundaries are not about rejection. They are an act of love.

A boundary might sound like: “I really want to support you, and I need to rest first so I can bring my best self.”

It is one of the ways we begin to reclaim our voice.

Reflection Question: Where might a boundary feel like a gift, not a punishment?

Coming next: From Overwhelmed to Empowered

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