Boundaries create the necessary physical and emotional space between you and others. Effective boundaries protect you from mistreatment by clearly communicating your needs and expectations. Setting clear boundaries is crucial in all relationships, whether at work or with family and friends. The benefits of effective boundaries in the workplace include:

• Improved communication
• Better relationships through mutual respect
• Greater work-life balance, leading to increased productivity and reduced burnout
• Reduced stress
• A healthier work environment.

While some may react negatively to boundaries, setting them is not wrong or mean; it’s about prioritizing your well-being. Boundaries benefit everyone and make relationships easier.

Performance Objectives: Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:

• Understand what boundaries are and why we need them.
• Recognize the diverse types of boundary areas we have in our lives.
• Use best practices to set, maintain, and communicate your boundaries.
• Understand why and how some people avoid setting boundaries.
• Recognize common boundary myths and misconceptions.
• Manage boundary violations.
• Effectively set boundaries with difficult people.
• Discuss how to apply the workshop information back in the workplace.

Intended Audience: All audiences.