Relationships and Communication

Set a Boundary with Flexibility

Setting boundaries is essential for maintaining balance and avoiding burnout, especially in demanding situations. By learning to say “no” with clarity and respect, like Olivia does when faced with a last-minute work request, we create space for what truly matters. Boundaries are not about being inflexible but about making intentional choices that support both our well-being and our commitments.

Littérature scientifique associée

Herbst, R. B., Sump, C. A., & Riddle, S. (2023). Staying in bounds: A framework for setting workplace boundaries to promote physician wellness. Journal of Hospital Medicine.
- Herbst, Sump, and Riddle (2023) present a three-step framework to help physicians assess, develop, and maintain healthy workplace boundaries as a key strategy for preventing burnout and aligning with personal values.
Butt, A., & Zahid, Z. M. (2015). Effect of Assertiveness Skills on Job Burnout. International Letters of Social and Humanistic Sciences, 63, 218–224.
- Butt and Zahid (2015) demonstrate that developing assertiveness skills significantly reduces job burnout by enhancing personal consistency, self-confidence, and conflict management.