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7 Ways to Set Boundaries During COVID-19
Right now, we’re living in a time that will be documented in history.
This is difficult. Everyone has different feelings about this pandemic, from depressed to frustrated to confused to calm. And while social and emotional boundaries have always been a concern, the outbreak of COVID-19 across the world has intensified the need to exercise these boundaries in our daily lives. With the multitude of emotions that we are all experiencing, it is more important than ever to know our own boundaries and needs— and be empowered to share and expect them from others. Here are a few things to say to friends, family, coworkers, or even just acquaintances to be clear about your personal boundaries and protect your mental well-being as we all battle this pandemic.
Here’s how to respond when…
1. Someone asks you to hang out, but you’re committed to practicing social distancing
“Thank you so much for asking me to hang out today! I really miss you and I want to be here for you, but I’m currently committed to minimizing my contact with others to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Is there any way we could connect on *insert social media platform* today or routinely instead, to make sure we’re still able to spend some time together?”
