Boundaries are not walls to keep people out; they are doors that let the right people in. Every ‘no’ you say is a ‘yes’ to your own peace, dignity, and wellbeing. If someone calls your boundaries selfish, it often means they benefited from your lack of them. Protecting your energy is not cruelty — it is survival.
Boundaries are acts of self-respect. They separate what is acceptable from what is harmful, and they create space for genuine connection. Toxic families and relationships often dismiss boundaries, but setting them is the first step to emotional freedom. Whether it’s saying no to manipulation, choosing silence over conflict, or limiting access to your time, boundaries help you thrive.
