11/11/2025
Boundary Backlash is the sound of other people's expectations hitting the wall of your "No."
It feels like a fight, but it's not. You're just being clear! Use your Mind (facts), Heart (empathy without ownership), and Gut (consistency) to hold the line.
Protecting your energy isn't mean, it's mandatory.
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