Day 4
Boundaries are your actions, not your words.
In most relationship contexts, we have more choice than we think.
If your boundary is to stop engaging in a conversation when overwhelmed,
you stop talking and remove yourself.
If your boundary is that you are unable to help someone when you are overextended,
you do not offer help.
If your boundary is that you cannot give financially,
you do not give financially.
If you instead engage in something beyond your stated limit, your new boundary is what your actions communicate. The other person did not hear your original boundary. They heard what you did.
Journal Prompts:
My words say…
My actions say…
Disclaimer:
Abusive and violent relationships require a different approach to boundaries. Follow the links for more support and guidance.
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