#Boundary Setting

Courageous Boundaries as Everyday Acts of Self-Love

Consider a project manager who set a clear cutoff: no emails after 7 p.m., responses by 9 a.m. Initially, a stakeholder bristled, warning of “lost urgency.” The manager acknowledged the concern, explained the boundary, and piloted on-call rotations for true emergencies. Within a quarter, deliverables improved and burnout metrics fell, while the stakeholder admitted the team’s reliability had increased. The lesson is simple but hard: by risking short-term disappointment, the manager made long-term trust—and better work—possible. [...]

You Cannot Pour from an Empty Cup — Take Care of Yourself First

The 'cup' metaphor represents your energy, time, and emotional capacity. Ensuring that your 'cup' is full means you can overflow positivity and support to those around you. [...]

What We Allow Is What Will Continue — Jan H. Stryker

It prompts individuals to reflect on their personal choices and actions. By identifying and addressing what they 'allow' in their lives, they can create opportunities for growth and improvement. [...]