As we wrap up the #digdeeper series and this month's topic on #thestrongone, we turn our attention to how we practically live authentically and intentionally in true strength.
*Boundaries.* Although you'd think it is naturally occuring for us to have them, for many this is not the case. At least not healthy ones. For those who identify as strong ones, it is not uncommon for boundaries to either be too loose, that is, you are available and accessible for everyone, all the time. Or on the flip side, those boundaries are so rigid, you have walled yourself off from everyone, under every circumstance. It is possible for both to exist as well, as you can be so closed off to others knowing you intimately, but still be that person who shows up and is present to support everyone. #exhausting
There are healthier alternatives, of course and this is my recommendation for your consideration this week.
These are just some questions to consider as you proactively evaluate the way you have been doing life so far.
Who will have access to you?
Under what circumstances?
How much of you will they have access to?
Another aspect of #boundaries is how much of yourself you give to others. Are you overextending in ways that is fostering #codependency in your relationships rather than #interdependent relationships?
The final point, boundaries should be fluid. This means that you can (and should) adjust and readjust as necessary. I'm not a proponent of #cutoffculture, but I do firmly believe that each of us are within our human rights to move people in and out our proverbial #circleoftrust as is appropriate for our own mental and emotional health. #drgiasays #digdeeper #cyclebreaker #truestrength #renouncingshame #intentionalliving #Jesusplustherapy #Christiantherapists #secureidentity #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthishealthtoo
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