My name is Dominique, and boundaries were something I never knew existed. Growing up, I learned to accommodate everyone's emotions but my own. This left me vulnerable in relationships, especially with Isaiah. He took advantage of my inability to say no, manipulating my generosity, guilt-tripping me into constant compliance.

Things shifted the day my therapist handed me journal prompts focused on boundaries. One question stood out: "Why does setting boundaries feel threatening to you?" Writing that answer was life-changing. It unveiled patterns rooted in my childhood, toxic behaviors that Isaiah exploited.

As I journaled each day, I practiced saying no on paper before saying it aloud. The process empowered me to create healthy boundaries, protect my heart, and finally end the toxic relationship cycle.

Now, boundaries aren’t just lines in my journal—they're the walls of my well-being.

- Dominique