“How can we ensure that we are taken care of, that we feel good, and not give other people permission to rob our joy and/or peace of mind?”
Figuring out the boundaries we need is a necessary self-preservation practice. In this episode, Karen gives some personal anecdotes of boundary setting during this hectic pandemic holiday season, divided into three main categories:
Boundaries of time: How much time do you want to spend on the different aspects of your life (family, work, relationships, alone time)? What do you want to do, and what don’t you want to do?
Boundaries of space: What kind of space do you need (friends, family, work)? How can we create this space to have discernment?
Boundaries of mental peace: How can we self-soothe and self-regulate through rituals/routines?
Set intentions and desires for time, space, relationships, conversations, etc. and draw boundaries for yourself based on your bandwidth and limits. Come from a place of gratitude and understanding, but prioritize what you need most; you are the most influential person in your life, after all.
