by Merci Gracia | Apr 17, 2021 | Boundaries
Setting boundaries by letting others know what does and doesn’t work for you is healthy. If they’re still unable to behave in a way that feels good to you, it doesn’t mean they’re bad or wrong. It’s just the best they can or want to do at...
by Merci Gracia | Nov 20, 2020 | Boundaries
Being a compassionate and wise human being means grounding our interactions with others in understanding. It means knowing that the idiosyncrasies, annoying habits, blind spots and even ethical lapses of others are a result of their life experiences. If we’d...
by Merci Gracia | Dec 10, 2018 | Acceptance, Boundaries
Setting boundaries helps us create the kind of life we want. But knowing how and when to set them isn’t always obvious. If we move through life constantly telling people what they should and shouldn’t do, it won’t be pleasant for us or them. Many of...
by Merci Gracia | Aug 31, 2017 | Boundaries
Setting clear boundaries creates healthy relationships. If someone crosses a line or acts inappropriately, it’s our responsibility to let them know how we feel about it. If they don’t honor our requests to stop the behavior, it’s our right (and...
by Merci Gracia | Aug 3, 2017 | Boundaries
Unless someone is abusive, cutting them completely out of your life usually isn’t the best option. All relationship issues are the result of the dynamic between two people. If you don’t own your part in the situation, you’ll either a) fail to move...
by Merci Gracia | Feb 17, 2017 | Boundaries
Saying yes to opportunities and adventures helps you grow. Being open to new ideas and trying out different ways of being in the world helps you expand your consciousness. But there are times when saying no helps you evolve and grow, too. If you continue to put up...