We're heading into a new weekend and I hope you enjoy every single moment!
Today's thought path is about Healthy Boundaries!
No matter what type of relationship you're in, there needs to be healthy boundaries in them all.
Whether you're single, married, with or without children, in a friendship, your doctor/patient relationship, ALL relationships need to have healthy boundaries.
I think we sometimes forget this concept because we throw ourselves into life and think we have to be all and do all for everyone around us.
For me, there is one two letter word that was very difficult for me to say for fear of hurting the other person. That word is 'No'. While they may be temporarily disappointed in the moment, it's less painful than saying 'Yes' and putting yourself in an uncomfortable and potentially miserable position.
A dear friend of mine taught me several years ago that it's perfectly OK to say 'No'. Before then, it was rarely a part of my vocabulary because I've always been such a people pleaser.
For me, personally, I would rather allow myself to be hurt than to hurt or disappoint someone else. Now I know better. Saying 'No' to someone isn't going to completely devastate them or ruin them; temporary disappointment maybe, but it will definitely be short lived.
You need to know that you can't be all and do all for everyone and that it's ok to say 'No' if you're not wanting to do something. It's ok to take time out for yourself to have some quiet time. If you want to join in on whatever the invitation is, that's your choice, but it's also your choice to decline and say 'No'.
Healthy boundaries are a beautiful thing that can bring great peace and joy into your life!
Love,
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