5 Ways To Set Emotional Boundaries In Dating
We've heard plenty of advice on how to set healthy physical boundaries in dating. No matter how important that is, we mustn't forget to set emotional boundaries in dating too. Forgetting to do this can lead to heartbreak, confusion, and losing our sense of empowerment and dignity.
Have you ever met a guy, not been physical with him, but told him your life story or deepest, darkest secrets? Then, the next day, you feel as if you've slept with him, even though "nothing happened"? Have you ever had a "situationship" with a guy where you start meticulously planning your futures together in your mind, then one day, he's gone, and you feel "stupidly" heartbroken? If any of these situations sound familiar to you, it could point to a lack of emotional boundaries. Boundaries around emotional intimacy are something many of us don't think about, but they’re key to developing a healthy dating life.