Three Simple Boundaries to Use in Relationships

Learning how to teach people to respect you and your beliefs requires boundaries. Here are 3 easy tools to keep in your back pocket when setting boundaries.

1. No is a complete sentence!

2. Don’t let people who don’t matter too much matter too much!

3. Don’t make someone else’s crazy about you!

And if you need more reinforcement here are a few favorite quotes that makes the point of how important setting personal boundaries are for your physical and emotional health!

“When we fail to set boundaries and hold people accountable, we feel used and mistreated.”

- Brené Brown

“When you notice someone does something toxic the first time, don't wait for the second time before you address it or cut them off.

Many survivors are used to the "wait and see" tactic which only leaves them vulnerable to a second attack. As your boundaries get stronger, the wait time gets shorter. You never have justify your intuition.”

- Shahida Arabi