Episode 107: Healthy Boundaries Are The New Self Care
“The root of self-care is setting boundaries: it’s saying no to something in order to say yes to your own emotional, physical, and mental well-being.” - Nedra Tawwab
Healthy boundaries are a crucial component of self-care and when done right, can help you find more fulfillment and less stress - leaving more room for wellness in your personal life. Which is why today, we’re going over the what, why, who, when & how of boundary setting!
THE WHAT:
Setting boundaries IS self care. It’s an important part of establishing your personal identity and a crucial aspect of mental health and well-being. If you’re not used to setting boundaries, you might feel guilty or selfish when you first start out, but know that setting boundaries is necessary to live a balanced life. Appropriate boundaries look different depending on the setting and can be as unique as you are!
THEMES OF BOUNDARY SETTING: THE WHY
Self Compassion
Learning to show compassion and kindness to yourself is crucial in setting healthy boundaries.
The consequences of not setting healthy boundaries often include stress, financial burdens, wasted time, and relationship issues, which can cause mental distress. In other words, a lack of healthy boundaries can negatively affect all aspects of your life.
Self Empowerment
Setting healthy boundaries has many benefits, including helping you make decisions based on what is best for you, not just the people around you. This autonomy is an important part of self-care.
GET INTROSPECTIVE: THE WHO & WHEN
Understanding your limits and triggers will allow you to discover and name your boundaries
When you’re conscious of feeling uncomfortable or angry, it might mean a boundary has been crossed.
Respect is a two-way street, and so setting your own boundaries will help you respect others’ boundaries.
The process of setting boundaries in your life encourages empowerment, which allows you to know yourself better.
KEY COMPONENTS OF SETTING A BOUNDARY: THE HOW
Listen now to become a boundary-setting pro!
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