The other day my 10 year old grandson said, “Grandma B, I really like how you respect my boundaries. Not everyone does.”
You can pick yourself up off the floor now!
First of all, that this 10 year old boy is so emotionally intelligent that he knows what boundaries are and how to set them is a miracle and testament to his Mom and Dad.
Second, because I grew up with a Mother who had no boundaries, and I didn’t learn what boundaries were until I was in my 30’s, that comment was a huge compliment to me!
People Pleasers usually suck at setting boundaries and often they don’t respect other’s. Not because they aren’t willing. It’s more like they don’t understand boundaries, so they don’t know how to respect them. I’ve coached people who didn't even really know what a boundary is.
What’s your relationship with boundaries?
Are you able to set boundaries?
To say, “No,” when you mean no.
To tell someone you don’t want to hear their racist jokes.
To speak up when someone does or says something that diminishes or dismisses you.
Boundaries give us confidence.
Boundaries are an act of self-care and self-love.
Do you need help with setting boundaries?
That’s what I’m here for.
I’ve got a Boundaries for People Pleasers Package that’s perfect for you! You’ll get four private sessions with me, plus worksheets to support your boundary setting during our four sessions and beyond.
You’ll learn what to say and what to do to get your boundaries in place. Once you have your boundaries identified, you need to learn how to communicate them clearly. Then you need to know what to do when they aren’t respected! After these four sessions, you’ll be the boundary Queen or King!
Email me, brenda@brendaflorida.com and I’ll tell you more about the Boundaries for People Pleasers Package. It’s just what the doctor ordered!