You can pour self-care into your life all you want, but if your Boundaries are weak, that energy is going to leak right out. Think of your time and emotional space as a magnificent garden. You don't need a massive, rigid wall—a wall is defensive and isolates you. Instead, you need a smart, intentional gate. A Boundary Gate is a clear, kind, and firm way of communicating your needs.

Stop adding habits and fix the leaks. This foundational chapter introduces the Full Cup Framework, the nine interconnected pillars of intentional self-care, and why repairing your structure is the only path to sustainable energy.