Setting Boundaries in Sobriety
Individuals work very hard to establish their sobriety, and certain steps need to be taken in order to protect it. One of these steps is setting boundaries.
Most people learn about boundaries in their childhood homes. Some families have no identifiable boundaries, and children can get older without ever learning how to set their own limits or respect other people’s. Other homes may have strict boundaries, leading a person to be unable to express themselves. Setting boundaries in
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So how does a person go about setting boundaries in sobriety?
Here are some excellent pointers:
Listen to your gut. Are you uncomfortable around a certain person, place, or situation? You not only have the right to remove yourself, but you also have the power to take control of your personal surroundings.
Decide what you want/need, and ask for it clearly. Consider what your true feelings and thoughts are and make them known to the other person.
Finding your voice isn’t always easy, but it is imperative.
Learn how to say “No.” It sounds simple, but often we have to learn how to say to “No” to people. When we are afraid to anger someone or hurt their feelings, we wind up signing up for things we know we don’t want to do.
Accept the importance of your needs.
As people
Setting boundaries in sobriety is also about respecting other people’s boundaries. Relationships are a two-way street, so to speak. When we learn how to communicate with others about our thoughts, feelings, and needs, we are able to participate in a healthy relationship.
If you or someone you love needs
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