Boundaries are a part of self-care. They are healthy, normal, and necessary. And yet, most of us are socialized to actively NOT have boundaries. We’re taught that we shouldn’t say no, and that it would be impolite to ignore another person’s wishes. We are taught that other people's needs are essentially more important than our own needs. And, not having clear boundaries keeps us in lives that are subpar, filled with resentment and anger because we expect others to have healthy boundaries, which is usually not the case, leaving us empty from giving everything away to others. Today, consciously become aware of giving away your power; of where you would benefit from setting healthy boundaries and then set your intentions to maintain those healthy boundaries. Remember, boundaries are never about trying to change someone else’s actions or behaviors, it is about you getting your needs met. You have to decide what you really want for your own life, and then go about setting limits that serve these goals. Today have the courage to set boundaries, have the courage to love yourself, even when you risk disappointing others. The only people who will get upset by you setting healthy boundaries are the ones that are benefiting from you have none.

Just for today, I respect my boundaries and I insist others to do. I am a master at setting healthy boundaries that save my time, energy, creativity and emotional well being. I say no when I mean no and yes when I mean yes. I know what I want and I do not have to apologize for it. I am at peace even in the midst of chaos. No person, place or thing has any power to upset me. I am safe. I am loved and out of this situation only good will come. And so it is.