Personal Boundaries 101:

Personal boundaries:

are the limits and rules we set for ourselves within relationships. A person with healthy boundaries can say “no” to others when they want to, but they are also comfortable opening themselves up to intimacy and close relationships.

Okay I admit! I thought boundaries were all the same thing. I didn't realize that there are different categories to such thing. Phew! Well there's that. So as I'm learning and understanding I'm begging to realize that my biggest areas of growth are related to my spiritual boundaries. But that first starts in understanding what is tangible such as our personal boundaries.

So what are personal boundaries?

Boundaries Can:

be based on your values, or the things that are important to you. For example, if you value spending time with family, set firm boundaries about working late.

Boundaries Are:

Yours, and yours alone. Many of your boundaries might align with those who are close to you, but others will be unique.

Know your Boundaries:

before entering a situation. This will make it less likely you’ll do something you’re not comfortable with

What are some common phrases you can say when you need to say “No”