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Boundaries Quote by A. B. Yehoshua

“And this is one of the major questions of our lives: how we keep boundaries, what permission we have to cross boundaries, and how we do so.” quote by A. B. Yehoshua
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“And this is one of the major questions of our lives: how we keep boundaries, what permission we have to cross boundaries, and how we do so.”

A. B. Yehoshua

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Lover, A. B. Yehoshua, 1977

Boundaries define personal limits; crossing them requires consent and ethical consideration.

In simple terms: Know and respect limits before crossing.

Key Takeaway

Seek permission before overstepping.

Themes

ethics personal boundaries consent

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • workplace
  • online interactions
  • international diplomacy

Key Concepts

moral philosophy interpersonal dynamics law

Questions to Reflect On

  • When is it appropriate to challenge a boundary?
  • Who decides the limits?
A Different Perspective

Cultural differences may blur what counts as a boundary.

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