Boundaries require selfdiscipline and assertiveness from "summary" of Boundaries Updated and Expanded Edition by Henry Cloud,John Townsend
Boundaries are essential for healthy relationships and personal growth. They are the invisible lines that we set to protect ourselves and define what is acceptable and unacceptable in our interactions with others. Establishing and maintaining boundaries requires self-discipline and assertiveness. Self-discipline is the ability to control one's impulses, emotions, and behaviors, while assertiveness is the ability to express one's needs, desires, and opinions in a respectful and confident manner. When we have clear boundaries, we are better able to take care of ourselves and avoid being taken advantage of or mistreated by others. Boundaries help us communicate our values and priorities, and they enable us to set limits on how others can treat us. Without self-discipline, we may struggle to uphold our boundaries and assert our needs effectively. We may give in to pressure from others, feel guilty for setting limits, or avoid confrontation altogether. On the other hand, without assertiveness, we may have difficulty clearly communicating our boundaries to others. We may be passive, allowing...
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