Protecting Yourself With Healthy Boundaries
If you’re unfamiliar with boundaries, they may seem like something that is a harsh ask. You may think of it as a hard line drawn down the middle of a room. You’re separating yourself and your belongings from someone else’s. Boundaries are similar, but they’re actually not as extreme as people make them seem. While a boundary may be a line that marks a limit of an area, relationship boundaries look a bit different. Personal boundaries are the limits we set for ourselves in relationships. Boundaries are a great way to explain to others how you wish to be treated. You’re essentially telling them what is okay and what is not okay.
When in a healthy relationship, you and your partner should each have your own boundaries. Some may be similar, and others may be different. When you work together to ensure you’re acknowledging, accepting, and following one another’s boundaries, your relationship will be more effective. Here’s how to protect yourself with healthy boundaries in your relationship.
