Setting boundaries at work is empowering.

Let’s talk boundaries at work. Have you had any of these thoughts recently?

• “I’m the responsible one; if I didn’t do it, who would?”

• “I struggle telling people ‘no’ at work.”

• “I’m not a mean person, but even small things that my co-workers do are driving me nuts.”

• “I want to be optimistic but become more cynical and less trusting.”

• “I feel like I’m repeating the same day over and over again.”

These can be some of the accompanying thoughts of burnout and might be a huge red flag that you need to start setting boundaries.

When you don’t set boundaries and say yes to all requests, even those you want to say no to, you are not respecting your limits, which can ultimately make you feel burned out and unhappy.

By setting boundaries, you communicate reasonable ways for other people to behave around you, and when those limits are violated.

Examples of boundaries could be saying things like:

“I have to leave this meeting at 10:30, but I’ll check in this afternoon after I read the recap.”, or

“I’m happy to do it again for you, this time. How about lending me someone on your staff while I do it? I’ll teach them the process, and then you’ll have the resources in-house.”

Oh, and contrary to what some people may think, setting boundaries is NOT selfish and doesn’t make you a slacker. It’s empowering and shows self-respect :)

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