Reflection
A boundary is a simple decision about how you will spend your time, attention, and company. For introverts, clear limits reduce friction and leave room for the quiet that helps you think and recharge.
Start by naming one thing you will protect each week — an hour of solitude, an earlier bedtime, a pause before saying yes — then tell one person using a short, calm sentence. Use settings, timers, and templates for replies to make the new pattern easier to keep.
Expect small stumbles and gentle resets; boundaries are adjustments, not declarations of final truth. Each time you practice, you learn a little more about what feels sustainable and kind to yourself.