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We live in a world full of boundaries: like fences, the lines in a parking lot, our office space etc…But what does it look like personally and professionally?
To put it as simply as possible, boundaries are a dividing line between what is you and what is someone else.
There are 4 main areas in which we create boundaries for ourselves:
- Physical – think personal space
- Emotional – managing your emotions and how you respond to the emotions of others
- Mental – having the freedom to manage your own thoughts and opinions
- Spiritual – how you manage and maintain your spiritual life
While often times we think that boundaries keep people out, or are selfish, the reverse is actually true. When we have established healthy boundaries with those in our life we actually gain a greater sense of safety and freedom. Without them, anger and resentment build up and actually hurt our relationships.
So how do we set boundaries? Read more…
