Here is the sign:
I’m living my life.
I’m going through many things.
I won’t always be able to communicate those things (effectively, or at all).
And, I am responsible for taking care of myself.
Certain interactions dysregulate me.
I’m working on that, and setting boundaries.
A boundary is the line between what I’m comfortable with, and what I’m not.
When someone crosses a boundary, I’ll say so, close off that area, and (if needed) withdraw to regulate.
This is not punishment.
It’s me taking care of myself.