Weekly Prompt #35: How hard is it for you to set boundaries in your relationships?
Hello all, I hope you are all being easy on yourself this week.
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This week's prompt: How hard is it for you to set boundaries in your relationships?
Setting boundaries in relationships can be a challenging task, and when you are also depressed, it can become even more daunting. The struggle to prioritize your own needs and well-being while navigating the complexities of interpersonal connections can feel overwhelming. So please share the challenges and difficulties that you encounter in your relationships while navigating depression.
it is very hard, i recently ended one due to this and the mental parish it had on me. I totally need interpersonal not only skills but literal intervention. People pleasing trauma is for real i swear. I need more therapy and mindfulness@ASilentObserver
@branbear88 I am sorry to hear that setting boundaries has been challenging for you in the past, leading to negative effects on your well-being. Ending a relationship can bring up difficult emotions. It is great that you have recognized the need for personal growth through therapy and mindfulness practices. What feelings come up for you when considering these changes?