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Healthy boundariesDMfirst-owned · Edition 091

Set a stopping point before starting

A stopping point chosen in advance is easier to follow than one negotiated during frustration or excitement. It can be based on time rather than results.

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One topic. 3 useful perspectives.

3 sections

01

Understand the idea

A stopping point chosen in advance is easier to follow than one negotiated during frustration or excitement. It can be based on time rather than results.

Context
02

Put it into practice

Choose when the session will end and set an external reminder. Stop at that point even if the last outcome feels unfinished.

Practical step
03

Know the limits

Waiting for one final favorable outcome can keep moving the stopping point.

Important limit

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