March 3, 2011 – Boundaries

Dreams have always expanded our understanding of reality by challenging our boundaries of the real, of the possible.
~ Henry Reed

Saying No And Setting Boundaries – Understanding The Process Of Three Strikes You’re Out

By Lynn Marie Sager  http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Lynn_Marie_Sager

To be effective, boundaries need to do three things: define your expectations, clarify your definition of acceptable behavior, and explain the consequences of disregarding your boundaries. Without consequences, people never learn boundaries. Without boundaries, people never become mature, self-reliant adults.

Here is a technique for setting boundaries called, Three Strikes, You’re Out. [Read more...]