Boundary Violations Quotes

“We need to have a talk on the subject of what's yours and what's mine.”
― Stieg Larsson, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo

“Take "no" as an encouragement to redouble his efforts, so it was easier to say "yes" right away.”
― Stieg Larsson

“Treating Abuse Today 3(4) pp. 26-33
TAT: No. I don't know anymore than you know they're not. But, I'm talking about boundaries and privacy here. As a therapist working with survivors, I have been harassed by people who claim to be affiliated with the false memory movement. Parents and other family members have called or written me insisting on talking with me about my patients' cases, despite my clearly indicating I can't because of professional confidentiality. I have had other parents and family members investigate me -- look into my professional background -- hoping to find something to discredit me to the patients I was seeing at the time because they disputed their memories. This isn't the kind of sober, scientific discourse you all claim you want.”
― David L. Calof

“Never make exceptions for people.
Your sacrifice becomes their expectation.”
― Jennifer McVey, Who Were You Born To Be?: Word Seach Puzzles

“It is a childish notion that once established, our boundaries will never be transgressed again...We shall have to stand for ourselves repeatedly for the rest of our lives. As we practice doing this, we come to greater ease...Eventually it may float over entirely into the positive realm—becoming only another chance to demonstrated our worthiness.”
― Maureen Brady, Beyond Survival: A Writing Journey for Healing Childhood Sexual Abuse

“A beautiful woman
taught me about
establishing boundaries.

Today, I hope I am that
beautiful woman to you.
I wish to remind you to set limitations you refuse for anyone to cross.”
― Sahndra Fon Dufe