“I have no problem setting boundaries at work, but I struggle with the aftermath of someone who just doesn't listen or respond. How can I manage this type of relationship in a way that doesn't become contentious and at the same time preserves my integrity?”

What does it feel like to have boundaries? In my case, for a long time, it felt stressful, a sick anxious feeling in the pit of my stomach, clammy hands, shortened breath and a tight throat, hands shaking from adrenaline. Establishing boundaries with friends and family, in my personal life, at work, or out in the world – oof.

Burnout is more than just a bad day at work; it's a prolonged response to chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed.