Setting Boundaries

Setting Boundaries

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Today, I realized how far I’ve come in valuing my own peace and setting boundaries, even when it means letting go of people I once called my friends. Stefany, who used to be my best friend, has been on my case about some money I promised to her daughter, Kali. I made a deal with Kali – if she could stay sober and clean for a month, I’d give her $100 and take her out to eat. I’m proud of her for sticking to it, even though I forgot to get her the money on time.

Instead of giving me a little grace, Stefany decided to give Kali the $100 herself and is now demanding that I pay her back. She’s been blowing up my phone, texting, messaging on Snapchat, everything. It’s honestly draining. I don’t owe Stefany anything – not my peace, not my energy, and definitely not that $100. I had every intention of keeping my word to Kali, but Stefany’s reaction has gone too far. This sense of entitlement is just too much.

This is the final straw for me. I’ve been ghosting Stefany, and I think it’s time to make that permanent. I’ll block her if I have to. I can’t let anyone invade my peace like this, especially over something so petty. I’ve learned that just because someone was once important doesn’t mean they get to take advantage of me now.

Today’s lesson: boundaries matter. I’m choosing myself and my peace, even if it means cutting out people who can’t respect that.