The Most ‘That Girl’ Move? Boundaries. ✨🚪

✨Your Affirmation of the Week✨

“My time, my energy, and my peace are valuable. I am allowed to protect them without guilt.”

Hey girl 💕

If Blair Waldorf taught us anything, it’s that a well-placed boundary is just as important as a signature headband. She never let just anyone into her world, and neither should you. Setting boundaries isn’t about being cold or distant—it’s about protecting your energy, valuing yourself, and making space for the things (and people) that truly serve you.

Whether it’s saying no without guilt, prioritizing your peace, or refusing to shrink yourself to make others comfortable, boundaries are the secret to becoming That Girl—in a way that feels right for you. So, let’s talk about where to set them, how to stick to them, and why they’re your ultimate power move. 🖤✨

Let’s get into it. 💌

1️⃣ Boundaries = Self-Love, Not Selfishness

Somewhere along the way, we were taught that being nice means always saying yes, always being available, always putting others first. But here’s the truth: you can be kind AND have boundaries.

✨ Saying no doesn’t make you difficult.

✨ Taking time for yourself doesn’t mean you don’t care about others.

✨ Protecting your peace isn’t selfish—it’s necessary.

If you ever feel guilty for setting boundaries, remind yourself: your well-being matters just as much as everyone else’s.

2️⃣ The Boundaries Every ‘That Girl’ Needs

💖 Emotional Boundaries → You don’t have to be everyone’s therapist. It’s okay to say, “I love you, but I can’t take this on right now.”

⏳ Time Boundaries → Just because you have free time doesn’t mean you’re available. Don’t feel bad for protecting your schedule.

🐆 Social Boundaries → Muting, unfollowing, or simply stepping back from social media when it starts feeling overwhelming? 100% necessary.

🎀 Work/School Boundaries → Burnout isn’t a flex. Set work hours, take breaks, and remember: you are not your productivity.

3️⃣ How to Set Boundaries (Without the Guilt)

If setting boundaries makes you nervous, here’s a secret: You don’t have to explain yourself. But if you want to, try these:

💬 “I appreciate the invite, but I need some time for myself this weekend.”

💬 “I can’t commit to that right now, but thank you for understanding.”

💬 “I don’t have the emotional capacity for this conversation today.”

And if someone doesn’t respect your boundaries? That’s their problem, not yours.

Love Letter Corner💌

(A snippet from this week’s “Love Letters to Girls in Their 20s” video)

“You are allowed to take up space. You are allowed to say no. You are allowed to choose yourself, even when it’s hard. The right people will never make you feel bad for having boundaries—as a matter of fact, they’ll respect you more for it.”

Watch the full love letter on TikTok & Instagram today!

Recommendations Corner📚

• 🎥 YouTube Shorts: Why You Struggle to Set Boundaries. Do you ever find yourself saying yes when you really mean no? Dr. Julie breaks down why setting boundaries feels so hard (and how to make it easier) in under a minute. A quick but powerful watch. 

• 🎥 YouTube: How to Set Boundaries & Stop People Pleasing. If setting boundaries makes you feel guilty, this video is about to be a game-changer. Tam Kaur shares how to stand your ground with confidence—because protecting your peace isn’t selfish, it’s necessary. 

• 🎥 YouTube: Life Lessons from a Recovering People Pleaser. For the girl who’s tired of putting herself last—this one’s for you. TheWizardliz spills the hard truths about why people-pleasing isn’t cute (or serving you) and how to step into your power instead. 

This Week’s Homework💫

This week, I challenge you to:

✅ Say no to something that drains you.

✅ Take a guilt-free break (yes, I mean it).

✅ Unfollow/mute anything on social media that makes you feel meh.

Tag @TheDailyPage on Instagram & TikTok and share how you’re protecting your peace! I’d love to see it. 💌

Final Thoughts💭

Your energy is your most valuable asset. Spend it wisely.

Wishing you a week full of clarity, confidence, and unapologetic self-care.

XOXO, Carren💋

Founder, The Daily Page

P.S. If you loved this newsletter, send it to a friend who needs this reminder. 💌✨