Re-evaluating Your Boundaries
Creating personal boundaries is important for each and every individual. They help you to set the basic guidelines of how you want to get treated. Built out of your own situation, opinion, and beliefs, these boundaries help you to define your likes and dislikes to the outer world. Whether you are at your workplace, school, or home, personal boundaries give you the permission to say NO to people crossing the line. It is a very important self-care component that prevents others from intruding upon you or taking you for granted. Boundaries are important for both personal and professional spheres. Thus, if someone tries to cross those lines or disrespect them, it is important to get rid of them.
There are times when you need to re-evaluate the boundaries you have. You have grown and healed and have new people in your life. All good reasons to take a look to see what you set up before is working for you now
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Boundaries Change- As nothing is permanent in our lives, boundaries also change with time and situation. So, if you have a set of personal boundaries, you might need to adjust them according to the changes in life. So whether you are changing your job, or changing a relationship, reevaluate the boundaries to make your life smoother.
Create New Ones- In most cases you really need not get rid of all your old boundaries completely with the change in time. However, there are a few situations that demand a complete change of your boundaries. If it's about bringing a healthy change in your life, do not hesitate to create new boundaries.
Maintain Your Personal Sphere- Every relationship keeps on changing with time and the same goes with priorities. So, no matter how healthy your relationship is with a person, always create a boundary so that no one can take advantage of you. Ensure that these people do not intrude upon your personal life. After we all have different comfort levels when it comes to privacy and intimacy.
Be Clear About Comfort Level- Whether it's your workplace or a personal relationship, always be clear to others about your likes and dislikes. Remember, it's not at all bad to be honest about your comfort level. It is good to help others and work collaboratively. But, never allow anyone to take you for granted. So, if you are not OK with something, be honest about that.
Get Rid of Some Boundaries- Boundaries are meant for making our life better and happier. So, if you are already enjoying your life and have reached a stage or age with better people all around, it's absolutely fine to get rid of some of your boundaries.
So, if you also have certain boundaries, reevaluate them to make them stronger. After all, boundaries are meant to make your life better!