Setting Boundaries That Work
When “Nice” Backfires
Let’s say you have a coworker who always stops by your office to chat. Sometimes it’s a welcome break. But more often, it derails your focus and puts you behind on your work. You never say anything about it. You don’t want to hurt their feelings.
So you keep smiling, nodding, and letting the conversation go on. Meanwhile, your to-do list grows longer. Anxiety starts to creep in. You feel frustrated, even resentful. Over time, those feelings build up until they explode. And not always where or how you expect.