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How Can I Set Boundaries That Protect My Emotional Energy · Wellbeing Solutions - Ask A Counsellor

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  SPEAKER_00: How can I set boundaries that protect my emotional energy?
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  SPEAKER_00: To create boundaries for protecting your emotional energy, first identify your needs and values by recognising what drains you or energizes you.
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  SPEAKER_00: Then practice assertive communication by saying no clearly and using I statements.
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  SPEAKER_00: Set the power pause to give yourself time to assess requests before committing.
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  SPEAKER_00: And prioritise self-care by creating routines and engaging in activities that replenish your energy.
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  SPEAKER_00: Self-awareness and identifying your needs.
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  SPEAKER_00: Recognise your triggers.
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  SPEAKER_00: Pay attention to people, situations, or activities that leave you feeling drained.
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  SPEAKER_00: Listen to your values.
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  SPEAKER_00: Write down your core values and what you are unwilling to accept, such as disrespect or one-sided effort.
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  SPEAKER_00: Identify what replenishes you.
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  SPEAKER_00: Create a list of activities that make you feel happy, energized, such as spending time in nature or pursuing a hobby.
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  SPEAKER_00: Assertive communication.
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  SPEAKER_00: Say no clearly.
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  SPEAKER_00: You don't need to overexplained.
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  SPEAKER_00: No is a complete sentence.
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  SPEAKER_00: Use I statements.
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  SPEAKER_00: Frame your needs and limits using I statements to express your feelings without blaming others.
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  SPEAKER_00: I need some quiet time, for example.
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  SPEAKER_00: Be firm but kind.
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  SPEAKER_00: Assertive communication is firm, not negotiable, but still respectful of the other person.
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  SPEAKER_00: The power pause technique by time.
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  SPEAKER_00: Instead of responding immediately to a request, say let me get back to you on that.
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  SPEAKER_00: Self assess.
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  SPEAKER_00: Using the pause to determine if the request aligns with your needs, values, capacity before giving a confident yes, no, or compromise.