Setting Boundaries with 'It Is What It Is': Affirmations for Personal Empowerment
Why Boundaries Are the Ultimate Self-Care
Let’s be real: boundaries aren’t just a wellness buzzword; they’re survival. Without them, you’re stuck saying yes when you mean no, answering texts when you’d rather be asleep, and letting guilt trip you into overextending yourself. Sound familiar? Thought so.
Setting boundaries doesn’t make you rude or selfish—it makes you a badass who values their energy. And when people don’t respect your boundaries? That’s their problem, not yours.
Enter affirmations. These aren’t your fluffy, sugar-coated “I am one with the universe” kind of affirmations. Nope. These are for the woman who needs a reality check with a side of sass.
'It Is What It Is': The Affirmation That Says It All
Sometimes, the best response to life’s chaos is a simple, unapologetic, It is what it is. It’s a verbal boundary, a declaration of peace, and a reminder that you don’t have to fix everything (or everyone).
Here’s how you can use it to set boundaries like a pro:
1. When Someone’s Draining Your Energy
Affirmation: “It is what it is, and what it isn’t… is my problem.”
Reality check: Not every crisis is yours to solve. Step back, breathe, and protect your energy.
2. When You Feel Guilty for Saying No
Affirmation: “No is a full sentence. It is what it is.”
Permission granted to stop over-explaining yourself. A solid “no” doesn’t need a justification.
3. When Work Is Asking for More Than You Can Give
Affirmation: “My time is valuable. It is what it is.”
Overtime without appreciation? Extra projects with zero recognition? Nope. Protect your time like it’s your skincare routine.
4. When Toxic People Try to Weasel Back In
Affirmation: “If you respected my boundary, we wouldn’t be having this conversation. It is what it is.”
You said what you said. They can deal with it.
The Power of Owning Your Boundaries
Boundaries aren’t about keeping people out; they’re about keeping yourself in. They’re how you protect your peace, your time, and your mental well-being. When you use affirmations to reinforce them, you remind yourself (and everyone else) that your limits deserve respect.
Next time someone pushes your boundaries, take a deep breath, roll your eyes, and remind yourself: It is what it is.
Own Your Chaos
Tired of feeling stretched too thin? MidZen’s affirmation cards are here to help you set boundaries, protect your energy, and thrive with a side of sass. Get your deck today and start saying “no” like you mean it.
