Setting Boundaries 101
And… my first steamy Prompt for Dancing Elephants Relationship Column
Setting boundaries is essential in every relationship, including friends, co-workers, family members, neighbors, and romantic interests. Today, I will focus on romantic relationships. Whether you are dating or married, boundaries will help you set a foundation for a respectful, happy relationship. So, let’s examine what that looks like, how to set them, and why so many people struggle with boundaries. Stick around until the end because I have an exciting proposition for you to write about to kick off the new year with a little steamy heat!
Seven Types of Boundaries in Relationships
- Personal Space Boundaries: Will you live together before marriage? Who will get what closet space? Where will keep things organized?
- Sexual Boundaries: Will you kiss in public? Are you kinky? How often will you have sex? Will you try new things?
- Financial Boundaries: Will you share a bank account? Who will pay for what?
- Intellectual Boundaries: What are your political views? Religious?
- Emotional Boundaries
- Time Boundaries
- Expectation Boundaries: What is your five-year plan? Long-term…