Boundaries
As a professional counselor, I have frequent discussions about boundaries. If you haven’t read the book, Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend, you should put it on your list. It’s a great book. For brevity, see the definition below:
In the context of Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Henry Cloud and John Townsend, boundaries are defined as "personal property lines" that delineate what is "me" and what is not "me". They are essentially the limits and constraints we set to protect our emotional, physical, and mental well-being. Boundaries help us understand our own responsibility for our lives and choices, while also respecting the autonomy of others. *AI generated definition for Boundaries, Cloud, and Townsend.
In Great Marriage, both people have great boundaries. Further, they understand that healthy people have healthy boundaries. In marriage, it’s necessary to discuss, set, and/or move boundaries. Boundaries are not a one size fits all approach nor are they homogenous. Some are temporary, others permanent. Some become dated and need a revision. Others are direct results of cultural change.
In Great Marriage, be wise when it comes to boundaries.
