Unlock the Secret Tactics Emotionally Intelligent People Use to Set Boundaries—Without a Trace of Guilt
6. They remain open to feedback (but stay rooted in their values)
Sometimes, others have genuinely helpful perspectives on how our boundaries impact them.
This doesn’t mean you should allow them to bulldoze over your needs.
But being open to feedback can strengthen your relationships, if the comments are coming from a place of respect and understanding.
I like to think of it this way: be flexible in your approach but firm in your principles.
If someone says, “It hurts me that you didn’t come to my birthday,” you might reply, “I hear that you’re disappointed, and I understand. Let’s talk about how we can celebrate in a way that works for both of us.”
