Hospitality thrives on generosity, care, and saying yes — which is beautiful, but also dangerous if there’s no room left for your own wellbeing.

Boundaries aren’t walls. They’re the structures that help you stay open without falling apart.

Here’s how to start setting them:

• Notice where you feel resentment
• That’s often a clue that a boundary is missing or being crossed.
• Use simple language
• You don’t need to justify or explain in detail. “I’m not available for that right now” is enough.
• Expect discomfort, not disaster
• People may resist at first. That’s okay. Boundaries take time to become part of your rhythm — and theirs.

Setting boundaries doesn’t make you selfish. It makes your care more sustainable.