How do you set boundaries without hurting a friends feelings?

[Choccodee39]

To set boundaries without hurting a friendship feelings is done in love and much discretion. Express how much their friendship means to you, how you appreciate them. Then say I need something from you as a friend I need to set boundaries in this friendship to keep it healthy and long-term. I want you be open to what I am expressing I feel overwhelmed at times because my direction about my life has changed and for me to align with where my journey is leading I know it want be fair to drag you alone. I love you also with boundaries and respect for what I need right now. How do you set boundaries without hurting a friends feelings?

[Mirabel]

I completely agree with your approach. It is very crucial to be honest about your needs when expressing love and appreciation with your friends. It is also necessary to be open about it as well. That is how you can strengthen your friendship in the long run.

[Kylie]

Always approach situations with caution because you never want to hurt anyones feelings. So with love and compassion let your friend know you love the time you all spend together. However there are some things you like doing that I don't like and that's hanging out with your friends from your old neighborhood. I don't mind if we take a time off so you can spend time with them. I need you to respect boundaries by not trying to include me and bringing them over when it's clear they came to spend time with you. Come to an agreement and move on.