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1. Boundaries:
"YES" OR "NO"?

2. In a general sense of the word, boundaries
demarcate a space within which you feel like you
belong. Such belongingness also brings a nest of
safety we can nuzzle into whenever needed.
It holds true for a small group, a community, and
ourselves. Individuals build boundaries for themselves
to take control over their own lives and build
limitations, first, to establish their identity and,
second, to protect themselves.
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3. Even though "boundary" appears to be a limiting
term, establishing them offers us a sense of freedom.
Setting boundaries is necessary to allow yourself a
separate space to not wade into the next one.
It may look like keeping yourself out of certain
situations, keeping other people out of the situations
in your life completely, or demarcating the capacity
for people to enter your space.

4. Why boundaries?
Many people put so much effort into being kind and selfless
that they lose sight of their limitations. Because of this,
having the capacity to establish firm limits is crucial to
leading a healthy, balanced existence.
A boundary is a line drawn on our property designating
what belongs to us. Our identities are shaped by
boundaries.

5. Is setting up boundaries easy?
One may say that setting boundaries with strangers is an
easy task.
On the other hand, it is especially difficult to set boundaries
with people who step in and out of your space daily, like
family, close friends, and romantic partners.
Not just that, blurring and preceding the demarcated lines
are much more common in these relationships for one
reason, that is, we do not wish to hurt our loved ones.

6. Healthy boundaries
It is important to note that boundaries or being an individual
are not viewed as dangers to the connection in relationships
with good boundaries.
Understanding and fulfilling relationships involve acceptance
of the said boundaries and the need for the other person to
take time and space out for their well-being.
The degree of uniqueness and belonging is also adjustable
and evolves over time in partnerships that have suitable
boundaries.

7. A good relationship may adjust by reducing individualism and increasing
time spent together when a spouse or family member is unwell. When one
spouse is under pressure at work, a strong relationship might provide them
more room to do their tasks. The critical thing to remember is that these
connections will alter once the sick person gets better or when there is less
work.

8. When to choose "yes" instead of "No"?
By saying no, you are setting boundaries. But it also requires saying yes, as The
Science of Family Systems Theory author Jacob B. Priest emphasizes. "Yes" to
connections and respect in relationships.
Over time, saying "No" can become easy, and one can fall
into a rut of not allowing people into their lives. This can
often mean a threat to your well-being as the much-
needed support for our wellness can be lacking or even
absent.
That is why it is essential to know when to say "Yes" or allow
yourself to alter the boundary for your comfort and welfare.

9. Conclusion
Setting up boundaries to protect ourselves from possibly
harmful situations and people is an important aspect of
safeguarding our overall wellness. This can mean saying a
simple “No”, but it is important to recognise and allow the
people and situations which benefit and even enrich your
existence. Thus, altering boundaries can also help. It is
important to note that healthy boundaries are an
important part of enriching relationships and respecting
one-another’s boundaries is also equally significant.

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