Boundaries are for your sake and theirs so you don’t have to keep fighting against unhealthy behaviors, attitudes, and patterns. We can set a boundary, or we will set the stage for simmering resentments. Simmering in the frustrations of knowing things need to change, or trying to get the other person to change, is way more damaging than a boundaries conversation. Yes, boundaries can feel risky. But it’s a much bigger risk to delay or refuse to have needed conversations. 4. A BOUNDARY WITHOUT A REAL CONSEQUENCE WILL NEVER BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY
