Setting boundaries is essential for healthy relationships from "summary" of The High-Conflict Couple by Alan E. Fruzzetti Ph. D.
Setting boundaries is crucial in any relationship. It is especially important in high-conflict couples, where emotions can run high and conflicts can escalate quickly. Without clear boundaries, individuals may feel overwhelmed, unheard, and disrespected, leading to further tension in the relationship. Establishing boundaries involves communicating your needs, desires, and limits to your partner in a clear and assertive manner. It is about defining what behavior is acceptable and unacceptable in the relationship. By setting boundaries, you are essentially defining the terms of engagement and creating a sense of safety and security for both parties. Boundaries can take many forms, such as physical boundaries (personal space, touch), emotional boundaries (expressing feelings, asking for support), and time...
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