Setting-Boundaries

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.

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Instant Access

Imagine you’re driving home late at night.
The rain falls steadily, blurring the fading lines on the road.
You’re alone, feeling content, but needing to concentrate just a little harder than usual.

Your phone lies on the passenger seat next to you.
As you approach a sharp curve, it dings. A text message.
Your hand moves instinctively toward it, then stops.
You want to stay focused.
Moments later, it dings again.
And again.

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