boundary setting
Boundary setting is the social ritual of erecting invisible fences against the relentless demands of others. In practice, one shouts 'No' while secretly fearing damage to the relationship they pretend to safeguard. Under the noble banner of protecting personal time, it also grants the privilege of blaming others for their lack of consideration. At times, it masquerades as self-sacrifice, only to be paraded on social media later as a badge of honor. Ultimately, it serves as the most formidable shield for preserving the fragile glass castle of human connections.