Boundaries has various faces and facets. I think every human being in one way or another is learning about healthy boundaries.
The words, mind your own business, comes to mind.
I think it is a phrase that can be used to navigate the territory of boundaries.
When you are wondering, talking or even gossiping about what other people are doing or experiencing you entangle yourself in something that is none of your business.
The tendency to rescue others from what they are thinking, feeling, or experiencing is another form of stepping over boundaries, and not minding your own business. If you are asked for help, by all means step in and help. Rest assured here comes another boundary issue. When you step in to help someone, but they are not prepared to do anything to help themselves you will end up depleted and that will be your boundaries not being strong enough.
Tricky business this boundary subject, because when are you caring and interested, and when does it become nosiness and sticking your nose in other people’s business.
It takes awareness, and pure intent to know when to mind your own business or when to learn how to creatively, consciously say NO to those who don’t mind their own business.
I hope that this helped to shed some light on the subject. I would love to hear your thoughts and experiences.
I did write about the medicine of Armadillo in strengthening boundaries, and will soon post something on what Racoon medicine teach us about giving.