Examples of Unhealthy Boundaries

 

Examples of Unhealthy Boundaries

Can you think of situations where you’re giving more time and more of your energy than you really want to be giving to somebody else or something else? 

This could be at work with your coworkers, or your boss, or with friends, relatives, neighbors, a spouse, your partner parents, your children.

Hear me out… You could be a doormat and not even realize it. If you are giving your power away this way, you are likely experiencing overwhelm, stress and exhaustion.

Here are seven common situations. Let me know if you resonate with any of these:

Overcommitting to Social Obligations: Agreeing to attend numerous social events or gatherings, even when feeling exhausted or overwhelmed, and finding it difficult to decline invitations or prioritize personal downtime.

Workaholism: Spending excessive hours at work or constantly checking emails and messages outside of work hours, to the detriment of personal relationships, hobbies, and self-care activities.

Constantly Available for Others: Always being available to friends, family, or colleagues for support or assistance, even at the expense of one’s own needs, boundaries, or well-being.

Taking on Too Many Responsibilities: Volunteering for additional tasks or projects at work, within the community, or in personal relationships, resulting in feeling stretched thin and unable to adequately fulfill all commitments.

Neglecting Self-Care: Prioritizing the needs of others over one’s own self-care practices, such as skipping meals, neglecting exercise, or sacrificing sleep to accommodate the demands of others.

Being a People-Pleaser: Constantly saying yes to others’ requests or demands, even when it conflicts with personal preferences, values, or boundaries, and feeling unable to assert oneself or set limits.

Ignoring Warning Signs of Burnout: Ignoring physical, emotional, or mental exhaustion and continuing to push oneself beyond healthy limits, resulting in increased stress, irritability, and decreased productivity or satisfaction in various areas of life.

You may find yourself giving away more time and energy than you want to be giving, leading to feelings of resentment, exhaustion, and a loss of balance in their lives. Recognizing these patterns and prioritizing self-care, boundary-setting, and self-awareness can help individuals regain control over their time and energy and create a healthier and more balanced lifestyle.

If you struggle with always being that “nice girl”, hop on a call with me and we’ll plan out a roadmap for how to shed the fears that keep you from saying No to others in your relationships and at work. Click here to book your free call and get ready to reclaim your time and energy! https://beyourownyeswoman.com/

In Be Your OWN Yes Woman, we dive deep into how to communicate from the heart. We go over strategies for setting boundaries, saying no without guilt, and prioritizing your well-being.  Remember, a healthy you is a more effective you, in all your relationships. 

I’m Donna, a Wellness Coach… 

I broke free from living a life of accommodating everyone else’s needs…

to living a life on my own terms, every single day. It then became my mission to help as many women as possible to find self love, live life on their own terms and still be loving and giving to others.

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