8 Boundaries Most People Can’t Handle — Are They Secret Narcissists?
They stand too close, touch you without permission, or go through your things as if they have every right to.
And when it comes to emotional space, they pry into your personal life, demand to know things you’re not comfortable sharing, and get offended if you don’t open up on their terms.
Studies have shown that people naturally feel uneasy when someone stands closer than about 18 inches without invitation.
That’s because personal space is tied to our sense of control and safety. When someone repeatedly ignores that unspoken rule, it’s not just rude—it’s a way of asserting dominance.
