Episode 144: Boundaries Aren't Selfish, They're Necessary
In this episode, I explore the crucial role of boundaries in creating healthy relationships and maintaining personal well-being. Drawing from personal experiences and professional insights, I provide a comprehensive guide to identifying, setting, and maintaining boundaries that protect your mental health and improve your interactions with others.
• Understanding boundaries as the limits that protect our personal space, emotions, time, and digital presence
• Signs that indicate you need to establish boundaries, including feeling overwhelmed and resentment toward others
• Four key types of boundaries: physical, emotional, time, and digital
• Benefits of setting boundaries: improved mental health, increased productivity, and better work-life balance
• Communication strategies for expressing boundaries clearly and respectfully
• Reasons why people don't respect boundaries and common challenges in maintaining them
• Connection between self-care and boundaries in both personal and professional contexts
• Special considerations for setting boundaries in remote work environments
• Action step: Identify three places or relationships where you need to establish boundaries
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