First, the more you set boundaries with others, the more others will feel empowered to do the same in their own lives. (Yay, you’re a change-maker!)

Combat proactive guilt by reminding yourself of what you’ve learned about clear, kind boundaries: They’re designed to make the relationship better and to keep you safe and healthy. Your needs are just as important as anyone else’s.

People are not mind readers, so you need a way to communicate that limit.

When someone sets a boundary with you, it can be disappointing. You might feel hurt or sad, and you should express that. It’s possible to acknowledge your feelings and convey your respect for someone’s boundary at the same time, but there’s a right way and a wrong way to do that.

I define boundaries as clear limits you establish around the ways you allow people to engage with you, so that you can keep yourself and your relationships safe and healthy.

Sometimes those exchanges leave you feeling invigorated, positive, and restored. But we all know what it feels like to leave the restaurant, close Instagram, or stop looking through those old photos and feel…depleted. Anxious. Overwhelmed. Frustrated.

when it comes to co-parenting, boundaries aren’t always a viable solution.

Boundaries are a two-way street: You can expect others to respect yours, and you need to make it a priority to respect others’ for the good of your relationship. But don’t overlook the power of self-boundaries in all of your relationships, too.

When employees are feeling energized, respected, and valued, it has a positive impact on their productivity, creativity, and the results they achieve for the business.