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Speaker 1 (00:00):
All right, everyone, Welcome back to Sigma Male energy independent
mindset affirmations. Your boy Asher Blake here, back at it
again with another dose of real talk to help you
level up your life. Today, we're diving deep into something
absolutely crucial, setting healthy boundaries in relationships. Ever feel like
you're constantly giving, giving, giving, but never really getting anything back.
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You know that feeling when you say yes, even when
you want to scream no. Yeah, that's a boundary violation
waiting to happen. It happens to all of us, but
trust me, Learning to set those boundaries is like putting
up invisible walls around your energy. Walls that protect you,
allow you to show up authentically and build stronger, healthier relationships.
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Now I know what some of you might be thinking.
Boundaries sounds kind of harsh, doesn't it, Nah, man, It's
not about being closed off or creating distance. Think of
it like this. A fence around your garden protects the
beautiful flats inside from getting trampled by careless feet. Healthy
boundaries do the same thing for your emotional well being.
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Here are five key takeaways to keep in mind when
setting those healthy boundaries. One, Know your values before you
can set any kind of boundary, You gotta know what
matters most to you. What are your non negotiables. Think
about your core values honesty, respect, kindness, personal space, and
identify the behaviors that clash with those values. Once you're
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clear on your values, it becomes easier to say no
to things that don't align with them. Two. Communication is key.
This one can be tough for some of us introverts
out there, but trust me, clear communication is essential. When
someone crosses a boundary, calmly and assertively express how their
actions make you feel. Use I statements like I feel
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overwhelmed when I'm constantly interrupted, instead of blaming them with
you always interrupt me. Three practice saying no. This is
a superpower people. It might feel uncomfortable at first, but
saying no to requests that drain you or don't serve
your goals is an act of self respect. Remember, you
have the right to choose how you spend your time
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and energy. Four Be consistent. Setting boundaries isn't a one
time thing. It's about consistently enforcing them over time. Every
time you allow someone to cross a boundary, it sends
a message that those boundaries aren't really that important. Five
don't feel guilty. Here's the thing. Setting healthy boundaries is
not selfish, it's self care. You deserve to be treated
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with respect and to have your needs met. By setting boundaries,
you create space for healthier, more fulfilling relationships. Let me
paint you a picture. Imagine you're that awesome friend who
always helps everyone out. You're known as the go to
person for anything and everything. Sounds great, right, But here's
the catch. All this helping starts to take a toll
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on you. You're constantly drained, stressed, and feeling resentful because
your own needs are being neglected. Sound familiar. This is
where boundaries come in. You start saying no more often
to those last minute requests, to taking on more than
you can handle, to lending money when you're already tight
on cash. Guess what. Your friends might be surprised at first,
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but they'll eventually understand and respect your need for space
and you, well, you'll feel lighter, more energized, and ready
to show up as your best self in all your relationships.
So the key takeaways here are know your values, communicate clearly,
practice saying no, be consistent, and don't feel guilty. Setting
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those boundaries is a game. Changer for your well being
in your relationships. All right, folks, that's it for today's episode.
Remember you've got the power to create healthy and fulfilling
relationships by setting those boundaries. And don't forget to share
this episode with someone who needs to hear it. May
be a friend who's always putting others before themselves or
a loved one who tends to push your buttons. Until
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next time, keep raising your vibration and living your best life.
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