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Genuine boundary
a statement about what you will accept and what you will not, combined with the willingness to enforce it, with three components: clarity about the limit, communication, and enforcement
Why This Is a Definition
This definition precisely establishes what constitutes a genuine boundary by specifying its three essential components. It differentiates it from mere wishes or suggestions and clearly states what makes a boundary 'genuine' rather than just a preference or wall.