Brain Twist: Boundaries
- Verena Hoffmann
- Mar 30
- 1 min read
– Boundaries Make or Break Your Energy
As a People Manager or HR professional, you’re the go-to person for everyone else’s challenges… but who’s checking in on you?
People managers juggle conflicts, last-minute requests, emotional conversations, and endless to-do lists—often putting their own well-being last. But here’s the truth:
If you don’t set boundaries, your role will set them for you—at the cost of your energy.
Boundaries in HR aren’t just about saying no—they’re about:
✅ Protecting your mental space so you can support others effectively.
✅ Preventing burnout so you don’t lose the passion for your work.
✅ Creating a culture where well-being is the norm, not the exception.
Brain Twist: Your challenge today - practice saying NO.
🔹 Say NO to one thing that drains you (an unnecessary meeting, being available 24/7, taking on work that isn’t yours).
🔹 Say YES to something that fuels you (a proper lunch break, deep work time, logging off when you said you would).
People leaders set the standard for workplace well-being. Your boundaries teach others how to respect their own.
Want support in setting boundaries that actually work?
That’s exactly what I help HR professionals and first time leaders do in my Resilience Coaching Program—so you can show up for others without burning yourself out.
I’m offering a free 20-minute resilience call where we’ll:
🔹 Identify what’s draining your energy.
🔹 Pinpoint one boundary you can set immediately.
🔹 Explore practical strategies to build resilience in your HR role.
What’s one boundary you’ve set in HR that made a difference? Drop a comment—I’d love to hear!
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