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You can use DEAR MAN to express your boundaries to other people.
D
Describe your boundary.
Describe how the other person violated your boundary.
E
Express how you feel about this boundary.
Express how you feel about this person violating your boundary.
A
Ask the other person to respect your boundary.
R
Reinforce. Let the other person know what you will do or how you will feel if they respect your boundary.
M
Stay Mindful, take deep breaths to stay calm, stop talking and take some personal time if you feel like you want to yell.
A
Appear confident, look the other person in the eye and speak clearly.
N
Negotiate or compromise, find a way for both of you to get what you want out of the situation.
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