Don't Yveact
avVhen you react to something
someone says or does, you may
have a problem with boundaries. If someone is able to cause
havoc by doing or saying something, she is in control of
you at that point and your boundaries are lost.
AWThen you respond, you remain in control with options and
choices. If you feel yourself reacting, step away and regain
control of yourself so family members can't force you to do or
say something you do not want to do or say; and something that
violates your separateness.
'\Vhen you have kept your boundaries, choose the best option.
The difference between responding and reacting is choice.
you are reacting, they are in control. 'NVhen you respond, you
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