Learning how to set boundaries with friends as we emerge from lockdown is a tough task.
Experts share strategies for avoiding social burnout.
But heres an important reminder: This renewed sense of freedom is very much not a social mandate.
Just because youcanfill your calendar with plans doesnt mean youmust(or even that you should).
Im now learning the weight and the beauty of giving myself this permission to rest.
Im now learning the weight and the beauty of giving myself this permission to rest.
spoken word poet, author, and speaker
It brings up so many issues, she says.
Learning to say no is one fundamental part of erecting boundaries.
But how, in practice, can you do right by those boundaries?
Keep reading for expert tips and actionable strategies.
Keep a good thing going.
Just because other options exist now doesnt mean you should feel pressured to upend something great.
Remember the mantra, if it aint broke, dont fix it, Minaa said during the TALKS event.
We are not powerless people, and we are not choice-less people.
We have the ability to make choices specifically for ourselves and our well-being.
spoken word poet, author, and speaker
Take your available energy into account.
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Pre-plan your responses to invitations.
This way, youll be prepared to communicate these expectations clearly when the time comes.
Remember that your desires are valid, in and of themselves.
I view my desires as just important as my needs, said Ash.
I consider them as the same thing.
In making decisions, I want to affirm my worthiness to live the most delicious life possible.
Acknowledge that some of your friendships may shift.
In the same way that others cant define our boundaries, we cant define those for others.
Watch the full TALKS event here:
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