As a daughter of Indian immigrants, and as a licensed therapist, I understand how complex setting boundaries can be for those of us who grew up in collectivist or non-Western households. In ...
Boundaries are limits a person sets based on what they consider acceptable, comfortable, and appropriate. Boundaries communicate people’s needs and expectations from others. Boundaries help people ...
Here's a simple truth: All healthy relationships have healthy boundaries. You see, boundaries aren't restricting or limiting. They provide the freedom to express your needs and values while also ...
It might be tempting to wear an armored vest to family gatherings—to protect yourself from your mother’s jeering jabs, your sister’s retorts, and your second cousin’s prickly observations. But there’s ...
As an adult, you might have overinvolved parents or guardians. Remember to set respectful boundaries with them, and don’t let those boundaries slip. Sometimes you may also want to seek professional ...
Setting boundaries at work—in this economy—might seem like a pipe dream. Not be available 24/7? Not smile and accept every new assignment? Not push back when a colleague tries to steal your time? It ...
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As an entrepreneur, one of the ways you can shoot yourself in the foot is by not setting realistic expectations for yourself, your ...
Yvette Costa is an Executive Coach. She works with individuals and teams to improve the employee experience. Velocity Advisory Group. Do you find yourself lamenting how little time you have? How busy ...