The Benefits of Setting Boundaries at Work
Boundaries are vital to how people function and how well they function every day. Learning to create boundaries and uphold them is an important skill that starts in childhood by telling people not to touch you and that no is a perfectly okay word to say in certain social settings. In the workplace, boundaries are only slightly different from those you set with friends and family, but no less important.
Work Boundaries and the Benefit Thereof
Work boundaries are sometimes easier to set because most of the people you work with are not likely to violate those boundaries as often or as easily as people you are close to. Still, you might have someone occasionally overstep his or her bounds with you, and then you have to know how to react. Certain work boundaries have very specific benefits.
For example, saying “no” at work is an act that says, “No, sorry, I can’t handle any extra projects, work, or extra hours because my time away from work is important.” Unless you absolutely need the extra money and can handle the extra stress, it is better to say no to whatever another employee or your boss is asking of you. Doing so prevents the added emotional, psychological, and physical stress associated with not really wanting to do something but making the mistake of saying “yes” anyway.
Asserting yourself is another way to set a boundary at work. If you do not speak up for yourself and let others know what you think, they may think you’re a doormat over which they can walk all the time. That kind of behavior leaves you exhausted and depressed, not to mention very unhappy in your job.
Taking care of yourself helps you see clearly what is going around you. This includes taking vacation or sick time so that you can regroup and evaluate work situations. Emotionally healthier employees often miss fewer workdays.
Office Romances and Setting Boundaries
Avoid workplace romances. They tend to violate any boundaries you hope to set for yourself and usually do not end well either. When a workplace romance ends badly, the other person may be tempted to spread gossip about you around the workplace. Avoid these romances entirely to reinforce personal boundaries and prevent your personal image from being tarnished.
Fun Facts About New Hampshire
New Hampshire is a beautiful state. From its beautiful mountains to the vast amount of forest that covers the state, New Hampshire has much to offer residents and visitors alike. It was one of the original thirteen colonies, and yet there’s much about it that not everyone knows. If you want to learn more about this beautiful state, continue reading on for some interesting facts.
- New Hampshire was the first of the original thirteen colonies to declare its independence from Mother England. In fact, it declared independence a full six months before the Declaration of Independence was signed.
- In 1905, it became the only state to play host at the formal conclusion of a foreign war. Portsmouth, NH was the location where the treaty ending the Russo-Japanese War was signed.
- The first American to travel to space, Alan Bartlett Shepard Jr., is from East Derry, NH.
- The first free public library in the United States was established in Peterborough, NH, in 1833.
- The ground level at Mount Washington recorded the highest wind speed on April 12, 1934, going up to three times as fast as the wind speed in most hurricanes.
- The first legal lottery in the United States was adopted in New Hampshire in 1963.
- New Hampshire’s constitution is the second oldest in the country, having been adopted in 1784.
- Daniel Webster, a politician and statesman, was born at Franklin, NH, in 1782. As a mighty orator, he’s known today for his reputation of beating the original lawyer, Lucifer, in a contract case over a man’s soul. This reputation was preserved in Stephen Vincent Benet’s The Devil and Daniel Webster.
- The largest permanent settlement in New Hampshire, Dover, was settled in 1623.
- New Hampshire’s state motto is “Live Free or Die,” deriving from a statement written by Major General John Stark. He’s a native New Hampshirite who served during the Revolutionary War, French and Indian War, and is known as Bennington’s hero.
- The delegates from New Hampshire were given the honor of being the first to vote for the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This honor was bestowed upon them because they were leaders in the revolutionary cause.
Virtual Fun in New Hampshire
Due to the restrictions recommending that individuals stay safe and stay indoors during the COVID-19 pandemic, many individuals are unable to enjoy travel. The state of New Hampshire offers several opportunities for homebound people of all ages to enjoy virtual entertainment.
Arts, Theater, and Entertainment
The Seacoast Repertory Theatre in Portsmouth offers live presentations daily. Grab some popcorn and a beverage. Sit back and enjoy the show. Durkish Delights offers art classes for children and adults on their Facebook site. Classes stream live from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. each day. The Lake Sunapee Region Center for the Arts in New London provides a long list of activities and projects to consider to keep boredom away. The bottom of the page additionally offers links to facilities providing virtual tours.
New Hampshire Attractions
Storyland in Glen provides families the chance to tour the park from the comfort of their homes. See the rides and other attractions. Take a virtual ride on the roller coaster. Enjoy a virtual cruise by boarding the M/S Mount Washington Cruise Ship in Laconia. Tour the ship and enjoy the view over Lake Winnipesaukee. Watch how professional chocolatiers make confectionery delights at the Van Otis Chocolates in Manchester. Tour the Glen House in Gorham. Take a virtual stroll down the Great Glen Trails and Mount Washington Auto Road.
Educational Opportunities
The New Hampshire Historical Society in Concord offers several resources that allow youngsters to engage in fun but educational activities. Students five through 16 years of age might enjoy going on a treasure hunt, assuming the role of detective or embarking on a virtual scavenger hunt. The SEE Science Center in Manchester presents videos explaining many different exhibits, as well as demonstrations and lessons covering various science topics.
Nature Tours
Take a virtual hike through the forest by viewing the Wheeler Loop tour from Peterborough. The New Hampshire LiveFree 360 Videos series provides the chance to go river kayaking, fly-fishing, or hiking in various locations throughout the state. Watch the ocean from the comfort of home by tuning into the live streaming cam from the Wood Island Station Tower in Maine. Hampton Beach is another location offering a live stream of the ocean.
What to Do During Spring in New Hampshire
With its panoramic views of mountains, streams, lakes, forests and mountain trails, New Hampshire has much to offer vacationers. There are also quaint trains, covered bridges and outdoor museums that transport tourists to lovely sights and earlier times.
Waterfalls, Lakes and Rivers
In Spring, melting snow causes the waterfalls of New Hampshire to spill mightily over rocks, creating a powerful force of water that makes a spectacular sight. The Ultimate Waterfall Road Trip takes visitors to many of these impressive spills. With rivers that originate in the White Mountains, the state is known as the Mother of Rivers. There are also glacier lakes such as the Big Diamond Pond that are perfect for fishing and kayaking.
Covered Bridge Trail
Even if it rains, tourists can enjoy visiting the covered bridges mapped out for them. Adding a quaint touch, these bridges recall an earlier time when horses and buggies traversed them.
The Northern Rail Trail
This picturesque trail stretches for 23 miles and is very family-friendly. Beginning in Lebanon, the trail crosses the Mascoma River seven times in the first four miles and ends in Danbury. The path uses the right-of-way of the Boston and Maine Railroad’s former Northern Line acquired in 1996 by the State of New Hampshire.
Hiking Trails
New Hampshire has numerous hiking trails through beautiful and peaceful areas. The levels of difficulty of these trails are indicated at their entries so that hikers can select paths appropriate for them. Mount Kearsarge is a six-mile hike that provides panoramic views of the White Mountains. Another trek to the side of Rattlesnake Mountain is less than two miles, and it gives a breathtaking view of one area of the state.
Sugar Hill Historical Museum
Located in a scenic hillside town, this museum consists of the Reid-Burpee house and the Carriage Barn that has horse-drawn carriages, tools, paintings of old Sugar Hill and a tower clock. Another barn, the Sleigh Shed, contains a collection of public sleighs, including one from Bette Davis’s estate. Antique vehicles, including a 1939 fire truck, are also housed in the garage.
The Hobo Railroad
For many young people, a scenic train ride into the White Mountains is a novel experience. The Hobo Railroad has excursion trains that go on the White Mountains, and the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad operates passenger trains that travel along the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire.
David Devries 