Grounded Guide to Boundaries

We've all had that person who we knew overstepped the mark with us, perhaps it was the boss that asked too much of you, or the partner who said something hurtful, or the person who overshares their emotions and always seems to make it all about them.  

We know we want to set boundaries, we know we want to take responsibility for our own emotional reactivity, but learning where to draw the line is hard. 

I see people share all the time misconceptions about boundaries. 

Such as: 

If someone responds poorly to a boundary you set it's an indication the boundary was needed.  

If someone won't respect your boundaries - the only option is to cut them out of your life.