Boundaries are the invisible lines and limits we set to define what’s acceptable in our relationships, protecting our physical, emotional, and mental well-being by establishing rules for our space, time, feelings, and resources, helping build trust, safety, and respect while maintaining self-care and personal autonomy. They can be physical, emotional, material, or time-based, allowing us to say “no” and control our own lives without being overly rigid or too porous in interactions with others.
“So why do people cheat? Often, it’s not because they’re looking for someone else—it’s because they’re looking for themselves. And that search, Perel says, starts not with fixing your partner, but with reawakening your own sense of desire and surprise.”
“The study’s data suggests that this passage between years 4 and 5 of a relationship is a significant turning point. And sure enough, just as this time period lowers the probability that a relationship will end, we also see a change in regard to a more familiar milestone – marriage.”
The meaning of life is deeply personal and varies for everyone. At its core, it often centers around connection, growth, and fulfillment. For many, it’s about seeking happiness, forming meaningful relationships, pursuing passions, contributing to others, and finding peace with oneself and the world.
