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Artforum
1 day ago
Writing

THE INTIMIDATION OF DEED

Art and activism intertwine in challenging status quo and engaging in intervention. Boundaries are man-made constructs, open to intervention for change. [ more ]
#parenting
TODAY.com
1 day ago
Books

Padma Lakshmi knows it's 'not easy' for her daughter to have a mom who's a model

Padma Lakshmi sets boundaries for daughter's social media use to protect her from negative impacts. [ more ]
Scary Mommy
2 days ago
Parenting

This Mom Says If You're Thinking Of Moving To Be Closer To Grandparents - Do It!

Living close to grandparents can be beneficial with mutual respect for boundaries. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
6 days ago
Writing

Dear Abby: The neighbor dad kisses my kids, and I want him to stop

Asserting boundaries with neighbors is crucial for parental comfort and child safety. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Writing

Ask Amy: Should I let her go ahead with this gender reveal plan?

Establishing boundaries is crucial for new parents, even when facing pressure from family members during significant life events like doctor appointments. [ more ]
Scary Mommy
2 months ago
Parenting

This Dad's Checklist Of Household Tasks His Kids Must Do Before Any Screen Time Went Viral

Setting boundaries around screen time can motivate children to prioritize physical exercise and other tasks.
Parental guidance on screen time can impact children's mental health positively. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Dear Abby: My son wants me to stay home with their baby, but I have a job I like

Grandma-to-be in Florida doesn't want to be the full-time babysitter for her son's child.
The wife in Washington is upset that her husband looks at pornography and it affects their sex life. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

Kelly Rowland's Cannes slight is typical to Black women in entertainment | Tayo Bero

Kelly Rowland confronted a security guard at Cannes Film Festival for disrespecting her, asserting her boundaries as a Black woman in the entertainment industry. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
1 week ago
Writing

Help! I Just Wanted to Help a Friend With His Wedding. Now His Bride Is Threatening to Sue.

Mistakes in offering personal services can lead to unreasonable demands with legal threats, causing significant stress and souring future attempts. [ more ]
#communication
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Writing

Harriette Cole: My boyfriend's comments aren't as subtle as he thinks

Addressing subtle comments about weight in a relationship is crucial for self-esteem and setting boundaries without causing unnecessary tension. [ more ]
cleveland
3 weeks ago
Remote teams

Ask Yadi: I work from home and my husband keeps bothering me, how do I get him to stop?

Establish boundaries when working from home to avoid distractions and interruptions. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
4 weeks ago
Parenting

7 Boundaries Adult Children Should Consider Setting With Their Parents

Setting boundaries with parents is crucial for well-being and relationships. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
JavaScript

My partner hates my pubic hair but I refuse to shave. What now?

Respect partner's boundaries in intimate matters to avoid negative associations with sex and potential sexual dysfunction. [ more ]
Irish Independent
1 month ago
Relationships

Dear Mary: I detest my husband because he keeps making me feel like his sex toy

Communication is key in addressing issues in a relationship, especially around boundaries and respect.
Sexual objectification and unwanted advances can negatively impact a marriage over time, even after many years together. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
2 months ago
Parenting

I've Been Taking Care of a Baby for Free, and I Am Utterly Seething With Resentment

Setting boundaries in family relationships is essential for emotional well-being.
Communicating openly about expectations and responsibilities can prevent misunderstanding and resentment. [ more ]
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#family-dynamics
Slate Magazine
2 weeks ago
Writing

My Boyfriend Is Constantly Defending a Despicable Man. I Can't Take It Anymore.

Navigating complex relationships with partners' friends requires empathy and boundaries. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Books

My mother-in-law pushes to spend more time with our baby. How can I keep her at arm's length? | Leading questions

Feeling emotionally manipulated by mother-in-law post-childbirth, struggling with setting boundaries and maintaining a relationship for daughter's sake. [ more ]
Bored Panda
1 month ago
Parenting

Couple Book Thailand Holiday, Choose Not To Take Their 5 Kids, Instead Expect Cousin To Babysit

Entitled parents expect others to take care of their children without permission or consideration.
Working from home doesn't mean one can take on the responsibility of babysitting children at any time. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
2 months ago
Parenting

My Mother-in-Law Is Writing Scorched-Earth Letters About Me and My Kids

You are not responsible for managing tensions within your husband's family.
Setting boundaries with toxic family members is necessary for your well-being and your children's best interest. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Career

Harriette Cole: Being the oldest child has ruined my life

Feeling misunderstood as the eldest in a traditional Filipino family can be emotionally overwhelming.
Establishing healthy boundaries and finding a balance between caring for siblings and oneself is crucial in such situations. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Career

Harriette Cole: I inherited money and my siblings didn't, and they're being difficult

It can be challenging to navigate family dynamics when dealing with inheritances and financial assistance
Seek professional help to ensure that you are making informed decisions and following legal requirements [ more ]
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www.scientificamerican.com
4 weeks ago
OMG science

Where Is the Edge of the Solar System?

Sharp boundaries can mislead when applied to inherently fuzzy concepts. [ more ]
Bustle
1 month ago
Marketing

What Happens If Your Therapist Is A TikTok Star?

The rise of therapists on social media platforms like TikTok blurs professional boundaries and raises ethical concerns. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 month ago
Marketing

How leaders can be vulnerable on social media without being TMI oversharers

Your real and authentic personality must be on display at all times on social media. [ more ]
House Digest
2 months ago
Web design

No Demo Reno's Jenn Todryk Expects This Design Trend To Take Off In 2024 - House Digest

Having closed spaces in homes provides boundaries and offers cozy, warm areas for various activities.
Closed-concept spaces allow for more creativity in design with more wall space for artwork and decoration. [ more ]
YourTango
2 months ago
Education

Teacher Called Into Principal's Office After Refusing To Give Out Her Personal Address To A Student's Parents

Teachers often establish boundaries to separate personal and professional lives.
Parents may struggle to understand and respect teachers' boundaries around privacy. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Relationships

For years, I saw sex as a competitive sport. Then I realised how empty I felt | Cornelia Holzbauer

Casual approach to sex can lead to confusing sex with intimacy
Setting boundaries and respecting oneself is crucial in sexual encounters [ more ]
The New Yorker
2 months ago
Relationships

Scenes from My Open-ish Marriage

Open marriage can lead to unexpected consequences, like sending intimate messages to the wrong person.
Miscommunications can occur in unconventional relationships due to blurred boundaries and arrangements. [ more ]
The Paris Review
3 months ago
Books

Ananda Devi and Callie Siskel Recommend - The Paris Review

Intimacies is a novel about the psychic effects of inhabiting another person's mind.
The narrator grapples with a sense of self and the boundaries between self and other. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
4 months ago
Career

The Biggest Threat to Your Boundaries | Entrepreneur

Identify your nonnegotiable activities that make you happy and create boundaries around them.
Prioritize your nonnegotiable activities to ensure you have the energy and focus for work and other obligations. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Career

Ask Amy: Can I ask her to give back the birthday present?

It is not appropriate to ask for a gift back, even after a divorce.
Setting boundaries is important, even in difficult situations. [ more ]
The Ringer
4 months ago
Music

'60 Songs That Explain the '90s': George Michael's Fight for Freedom

George Michael's song 'Freedom! '90' is about declaring his freedom from the expectations of his fan base.
The song emphasizes the importance of love, mutual respect, and healthy boundaries between a pop star and their fans. [ more ]
#marriage
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Mental health

Ask Amy: My parents are upset about my rules for seeing the baby

It's important to support a partner with anxiety and depression after childbirth.
Setting boundaries with family members who make parenting critiques is necessary to protect the emotional well-being of the new parents. [ more ]
Someecards
5 months ago
Parenting

Woman asks if she should babysit her husband's ex's brood of kids. AITA?

The woman refuses to babysit her husband's ex's seven kids in addition to her own children, causing conflict in their marriage.
Many Reddit users agree that the woman is not in the wrong and should not be expected to take on such a responsibility. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Digital life

Should you share passcodes? Four rules of phone use for couples

Going through your partner's phone often leads to a losing battle and embarrassment for everyone involved.
People have different ideas of what boundaries are when it comes to privacy in a relationship. [ more ]
Rubyflow
4 months ago
Ruby on Rails

Test Doubles: Testing at the Boundaries of Your Ruby Application

Test doubles are versatile components used in software development for testing purposes.
Strategic use of test doubles can help maximize their potential while minimizing associated risks. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Wellness

4 Tips for Booze-Free Holiday Fun

Saying no to alcohol during holiday celebrations can prompt uncomfortable reactions and increased peer pressure.
Practicing what you're going to say when people offer you a drink and setting boundaries can help navigate alcohol-free holiday seasons. [ more ]
HuffPost
5 months ago
Career

3 Signs Your Co-Worker Is An 'Energy Vampire'

Energy vampires drain people's energy merely by talking to them.
There are proven strategies to defeat energy vampires and regain your time and energy. [ more ]
#relationship
Bored Panda
5 months ago
Digital life

Spouse Is Oblivious They Follow SO Around During Business Calls, Learns Not To The Hard Way

Working from home can lead to blurred boundaries between work and personal life.
Research shows that women often struggle to establish boundaries and negotiate distribution of work and responsibilities. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
6 months ago
Career

This Man Was Laid Off, And His Girlfriend Refused To Cover His Half Of The Rent - Now, People Have Thoughts

The commenters believe that the couple in the situation are not compatible and should consider ending the relationship.
Both parties are at fault for not respecting each other's boundaries and expectations.
The relationship is deemed unreasonable and possibly never was. [ more ]
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www.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Career

Ask Amy: How can I avoid the vortex of the other grandmother?

Establish clear boundaries with your daughter and her mother-in-law regarding visitation and alone-time.
Focus on giving attention as a grandparent rather than receiving it. [ more ]
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