#Mutual Love

How Boundaries Make Love Mutual and Sustainable

With that foundation, the quote also speaks to relationships where identities blur—where one person’s mood dictates everyone’s reality, or where saying “no” triggers guilt and retaliation. Boundaries interrupt enmeshment by clarifying what is yours to carry and what is not. You can empathize without absorbing, support without rescuing, and listen without surrendering your autonomy. For example, telling a friend, “I can talk for twenty minutes, but I can’t stay up past midnight,” preserves care while preventing burnout. Over time, this practice builds relationships rooted in choice rather than compulsion. [...]

To Love and Be Loved Is to Feel the Sun from Both Sides - David Viscott

David Viscott was a psychiatrist and author known for his insights on relationships and emotional well-being. His work often emphasized the importance of love in personal fulfillment, reflecting a deep understanding of human emotions. [...]