Thursday, April 3, 2008

Where to Set Boundaries (1 of 2)

From: Working With You is Killing Me: Freeing Yourself from Emotional Traps at Work

Continuing the learning:

Time Boundaries: Some people schedule their lives by time while others see time as a suggestion - for instance, the meeting at 10 am can begin anytime between 10 am and 10:30 am. The question is, "What is my relationship to time? How do I honor time boundaries?"

Personal Space: Some people are more distant while others want a form of communal living. The question is, "How clear am I about my personal space? How can I communicate that to others while honoring their space?"

Keeping Your Word: Some people live by the motto "you're only as good as your word," while others see verbal commitments as fluid. The question is, "How do I feel about being honest and living up to any commitment I make?"

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