Tag: boundaries
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What I Don’t Overthink Anymore
I think our brains are overstimulated, across the board. It’s easy to disappear into worry about whether I’m doing the right thing, but my mom used to say, “You can’t change the outcome.” She wasn’t telling me to be careless. She encouraged preparation, not agony. That distinction stuck. These are a few things I don’t…
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What I Refuse to Feel Bad About at 40
Turning 40 brings a sense of clarity and the realization that personal choices should not be dictated by societal expectations. The author reflects on valuing comfort, building a smaller inner circle, saying no assertively, and embracing personal interests without guilt. These insights represent newfound boundaries and a commitment to self-acceptance.