Throughout our lives, we form many relationships, romantic or not, but to keep them healthy and maintain good mental health, there are certain things to keep in mind. However, sometimes, we end up crossing our own boundaries in small, unnoticed ways. These actions may seem minor, but over time they can undermine our sense of self and lead to frustration or burnout.
In this article, we’ll discuss the little things you might be unknowingly doing that are leading you to violate your own boundaries.
Saying yes when you want to say no – You’ve had a long day and all you want is a moment of quiet. But when a friend asks you for a favor, even though you’re exhausted, you agree, even though you feel guilty for thinking about saying no. Every time you do this, you ignore your own needs and set yourself up for burnout.
Working too hard to please others – Your boss asks you if you can take on another project, and even though you already have plenty of work, you agree because you don’t want to disappoint anyone. By pushing yourself harder than you can handle, you’re putting your well-being on the back burner, which leads to stress and frustration.
Staying silent when you are hurt A friend makes a joke at your expense, and even though it hurts, you laugh it off to keep the peace. When you bottle up your feelings like this, you’re prioritizing the comfort of others over your own emotional health.
Ignoring your need for rest – You feel exhausted, but instead of taking a break, you keep going because you believe that taking time for yourself is selfish. This neglect of yourself gradually erodes your mental and physical health, making it harder to deal with daily stress.
Allowing others to interrupt your alone time – Finally, you take some time to relax or pursue a hobby, but someone calls or texts you asking for something. Instead of telling them you’ll get back to them later, you drop everything to help, sacrificing your precious “me time.”
Downplaying your achievements to make others feel comfortable – You receive praise for a job well done, but instead of accepting it, you ignore it or give credit to others to avoid making anyone feel uncomfortable. By minimizing your success, you’re lowering your self-esteem and sending the message that your accomplishments don’t matter.
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