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Melissa Urban
“Self-boundaries are a gift from Present You to Future You, and if that gift isn’t what Future You needs, exchange it for something better.”
Melissa Urban, The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free

Melissa Urban
“you don’t have to take criticism or field your family’s opinions on any of your choices, from the job you take to who you marry to where you live. You’re not asking your family for money, advice, or even false enthusiasm—your very reasonable boundary is simply “I won’t stand here and let you pee in my Cheerios.”
Melissa Urban, The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free

Melissa Urban
“Boundaries help you perform your best when you’re on the clock, and they help you recharge effectively when you’re not. They improve your mental and physical health; create a culture of respect and trust; keep morale, motivation, and loyalty high; and prevent good employees (like you) from burning out—because burnout is very, very real even if you’re doing a job you love. When employees are feeling energized, respected, and valued, it has a positive impact on their productivity, creativity, and the results they achieve for the business. Remember that the next time you’re tempted to feel guilty for setting a boundary at work—you’re a true team player because you’re helping to create a workplace culture in which everyone thrives.”
Melissa Urban, The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free

Melissa Urban
“I’ll emphasize this here because women have been conditioned to see selflessness as a virtue, and to require a damn good reason (and often approval) to ask for anything for ourselves. It can feel deeply uncomfortable to state our boundary and let it stand without overexplaining, making excuses, or justifying our desires—so that is exactly what I’m asking you to practice, as a means of reminding yourself that you are worthy of having and meeting your own needs. Every time I acknowledge and honor my own needs without asking for “permission” first, I think of it as giving a quiet middle finger to the patriarchy.”
Melissa Urban, The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free

Melissa Urban
“People reacting this badly to your boundaries means you’re revoking a privilege they were never meant to have.”
Melissa Urban, The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free

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