Boundaries from "summary" of Drama Free by Nedra Glover Tawwab
Boundaries are guidelines or limits that a person establishes to identify reasonable, safe, and permissible ways for others to behave towards them and how they will respond when someone passes those limits. They are essential for creating healthy relationships and maintaining your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Setting boundaries involves knowing your needs, values, and limits, and communicating them effectively to others. It's about recognizing what is acceptable and unacceptable behavior for you and being willing to enforce those boundaries. Boundaries help you define who you are and how you want to be treated, setting the tone for respectful and fulfilling interactions with others. When you establish boundaries, you are taking responsibility for your own feelings, thoughts, and actions, rather than blaming others for your discomfort o...
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