Boundaries

When we cross our boundaries, we betray ourselves. Writing limitations in our hearts and then ignoring them will always leave us annoyed, irritable, moody, frustrated, regretful, and mad within ourselves. Why do this to ourselves? Who are we trying to please, if not ourselves? There's no reason for this. If you know something will make you uncomfortable, regretful, or don't even have an interest in doing it, then don't. You have the option to do OR don't. Only you know what works for you. What is in alignment with you? Stay in your lane and focus on your happiness. Yes, you may get called selfish, BUT who else will ensure your needs or satisfaction? It's your job to make sure you're happy and comfortable.

You should do what pleases you every day. We're so busy being good parents, coworkers, students, spouses, and siblings that we neglect daily needs. These actions leave us burned out, stressed out, anxious through the roof, have relationships on the rocks, and feel like our hearts could burst out of our chests any minute from the many roles we play daily. We NEED SELF LOVE!! Love yourself first! Give YOU what YOU need. Take yourself to a movie or go for a walk by the lake. Go swimming or fishing. When was the last time you did something for YOU that made YOU smile or laugh? I order you to take yourself out. Stop feeling guilty for taking time for your needs.

This week's challenge>> Figure out what sets you off. What frustrates you? What annoys you?

Now find out what you can do to avoid this outcome.

Do you need more alone time?

A walk in a park surrounded by nature?

A hardcore workout or a soothing Yoga session?

Meditation?

An hour to sleep or read?

Play hooky and call in sick from work to focus on your mental? (It's VERY MUCH NEEDED sometimes)

Whatever it is, choose it, then do it. If not, you'll repeat this vicious cycle and then snap at your kids or loved ones. I've done this before, so I do NOT recommend it.