Divorcing on paper is one thing; divorcing emotionally is an entirely different battle. You might have the decree in your hand, but if he is still texting you at midnight, walking into your house without knocking, or guilt-tripping you about your schedule, you aren’t truly free. Many women find themselves trapped in a “post-marriage” that is just as stressful as the marriage itself because they haven’t established the new rules of engagement.
You cannot co-parent effectively if you are constantly defending your mental territory. Setting limits isn’t about being mean or difficult; it is about protecting your peace so you can actually be a happy mother and an independent woman. If you feel like you are still married to his demands, it is time to build a wall. Here are seven boundaries you must set with your ex-husband immediately.
