boundaries

Avoidance vs Maintaining Boundaries

Setting boundaries is so important, but that doesn’t make it easy. In fact, setting boundaries with people in our lives can be so anxiety provoking that many avoid doing it all together. There can be a lot of confusion when it comes to setting limits and it can be even more complicated when it comes to maintaining boundaries.  It can feel easier to say no to someone we aren’t close to, or even someone we have no relationship with. Some find they have no problem setting limits at work, but in their personal lives it’s [...]

Boundaries Aren’t Punishment

Setting boundaries is challenging for a lot of people. There are a lot of reasons for this. Even when we want to say no and set limits, it can be difficult to put our plan into action. A major reason many of us shy away from setting boundaries is that they can sometimes feel like punishment. No matter who you are, being told no doesn’t feel amazing. We know we need to hear it sometimes,  but that doesn’t mean we want to. Let’s dive in.  What are Boundaries? Boundaries are a great way to set [...]

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