I’m writing an article for MoveMe Quotes on boundaries that I plan on publishing this weekend.
One of my favorite lines that I’ve read so far is: “Boundaries are the distance at which I can love you and me simultaneously.”
A lot of people feel bad about boundaries… They have a hard time saying “no…” They don’t want to let others down or make them upset or disappointed.
But the truth of the matter is that boundaries are an expression of love—not hate.
And when you draw a boundary that allows you to better prioritize yourself—and your own time/energy/attention—it’s an expression of self-love.
…Because it’s precisely how you fill yourself up so you can better give love.
And anyone who has a problem with that (except maybe children/dependents who require some additional strategizing)… is precisely the type of person who you need to draw a boundary to.
…You’re not letting anyone down.
…There’s nothing to feel bad about.
…You’re not a disappointment.
You’re creating the line that allows you to BETTER LOVE them AND you simultaneously.
Really soak this one in… Because if you keep allowing them to cross your boundaries and suck the life from you… soon there won’t be any life—or love—left for you to give.
P.s. You can read my complete collection of 150+ quotes on boundaries that I’ll be making the article from here.