But First, Boundaries

In her latest book, Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of the Human Experience, five-time #1 New York Times best-selling author Brene Brown writes:

 

“Boundaries are a prerequisite for compassion and empathy. We can’t connect with someone unless we’re clear about where we end and they begin. If there’s no autonomy between people, then there’s no compassion or empathy, just enmeshment.”

 

“Boundaries are the distance at which I can love you and me simultaneously.”

 

Brene Brown

 

Consider these questions:

 

• Where do you need to create and communicate a boundary?
• Where are you finding it challenging to feel compassion or empathy for someone?
• What do you require in your relationships?

 

Breathing Technique 

 

If you would like to chat with a mental health professional, here’s a link to an on-line resource for help:

 

Better Help

 

I highly recommend Brown’s book… you can order a copy here:

 

Atlas of the Heart

 

To watch Brown’s TEDx talk:

 

"The Power Of Vulnerability"

 

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