Set boundaries to protect yourself from stress from "summary" of The Mindful Way Through Stress by Shamash Alidina
Setting boundaries is an important aspect of protecting yourself from stress. When we fail to set boundaries, we allow others to encroach on our time, energy, and well-being, leading to increased stress levels. By establishing clear boundaries, we communicate to others what is acceptable and what is not, thereby safeguarding our mental and emotional health. Boundaries can take many forms, such as setting limits on the amount of work we take on, saying no to requests that we cannot accommodate, or establishing boundaries in our relationships. By defining our limits and sticking to them, we create a sense of control over our lives and reduce the likelihood of feeling overwhelmed by external de...
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