[header] How to set boundaries with people with borderline personality disorder [title] Make your own well-being a priority. [step] Many people fail to set personal boundaries because they feel guilty about it or think their needs don't matter. However, your needs are just as important as anyone else's, and you have to be in good mental and emotional health to be able to help others and fulfill your own responsibilities. 
Setting boundaries you're comfortable with isn't selfishness-it's your right. [substeps] In the long run, healthy boundaries don't only benefit you.