Monday Mindset 11/27

Boundaries.

I continue to set and enforce boundaries. This is a never-ending process as I meet new people and interact with those I know. It became clear at Thanksgiving dinner that there is still work to do. The disrespect and micro-aggressions were overwhelming.

My boundaries are pretty well broadcast as I say something immediately when they are violated. This is hard to do as there will be denial and arguments that the offender never did such a thing. However, without boundaries, peace will never be achieved.

Imagine what goes on in business. The person who overtalks and monopolizes a conversation does not value your input. Someone who is chronically late in attendance does not value the time with you. The person who constantly misses deadlines has no respect for the work you do based on their efforts. The person who does not pay on time who needs to be chased every month is telling you that what you provide is not worth the money. These are all violations of boundaries that slip into our workplace. There are many more, but as they are identified, it is time to end them.

Take a look around and see what boundaries you have allowed to be crossed and step up and reinforce them. It is not always comfortable, but it is worth it to gain self-respect and teach others how to treat you.

If you are able to keep an appointment, schedule a complementary call with me and we can discuss what is holding you back in your business. https://calendly.com/libby-coaching or [email protected]. I look forward to a punctual and fruitful conversation.