How to Protect Your Money from Relatives: Defend Your Boundaries
In many families it happens that relatives try to encroach on the savings of their loved ones.
Very often, such actions are accompanied by an attempt to play on pity or to make a relative feel guilty in order to obtain material resources.
Experienced psychologists insist that it is extremely important to be able to protect both your personal and financial boundaries.
Moreover, it is very important not to fall for the manipulative actions of those who at first glance seem to be the closest to you.
Take note
To begin with, take note of the fact that you can very well provide assistance to your relatives, but not to the detriment of yourself.
If you are unable to provide support, you should convey this information to those asking in a civilized yet firm manner.
It is also worth learning to cope with the feelings of guilt you experience.
To do this, take into account the fact that there is nothing wrong with following your own interests first.
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