Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself

by Nedra Glover Tawwab

Sometimes we know we need to set boundaries, but we have no clue how or where to start.

Self-care is more than taking a spa day, and it isn’t selfish. Saying no to helping is an act of self-care. Paying attention to your needs is self-care. And like putting on the oxygen mask, you’ll have more energy for others if you apply it to yourself first. If you think about it, the root of self-care is setting boundaries: it’s saying no to something in order to say yes to your own emotional, physical, and mental well-being.

A boundary is a cue to others about how to treat you.

As you set your own limits, it’s important to remain aware of the boundaries people are trying to communicate to you as well.

short-term discomfort for a long-term healthy relationship is worth it every time!