# @themaneater on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DWALAMYjlV_
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/60342997-themaneater-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/99123c1271.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-03-17T22:41:31.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** The Maneater (@TheManeater) — https://gondola.cc/TheManeater

## Caption

Sometimes, saying no feels heavier than saying yes. We always worry about disappointing people or being perceived as selfish. However, setting boundaries isn’t about shutting others out from your life; it’s about protecting yourself. Choosing yourself and your peace helps prevent burnout and creates healthier relationships — not just with others, but yourself, too. 

Read more at the link in our bio.

Column | Natalie Tuleja 
Graphic | Hannah VanLandingham

#mizzou #column #opinion #boundary #settingboundaries #relationship #healthy #unhealthy #themaneater

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unhealthy, opinion, settingboundaries, boundary, relationship, column, themaneater, mizzou, healthy

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