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There are lots of different types of boundaries. Verywell Mind notes that the most common ones are emotional, intellectual, physical, sexual, time, communication, and material boundaries. Many of them revolve around the idea that it’s alright to agree to disagree over some things.

For instance, intellectual boundaries could mean respecting your and your partner’s right to disagree and have your own opinions. Meanwhile, communication boundaries involve having clear rules when it comes to arguing, including not calling each other names and avoiding rehashing older, irrelevant arguments.

Sexual boundaries include any needs and limitations that a person has relating to sexual interactions. This can range from where and when someone feels comfortable with intimacy to what kind of contact they are (not) comfortable with.

Setting these boundaries is a win-win for everyone because they empower people and give them autonomy. Healthy boundaries help protect a person’s individuality, identity, thoughts, and feelings.

Furthermore, firm and healthy boundaries promote respect and set expectations. They also protect a person from situations where they can be manipulated or taken advantage of. Boundaries are also proof that you and your partner are communicating with each other about your needs. And that can bring you closer together.

Boundaries are a core part of any relationship, but they’re especially essential wherever romance is concerned. They protect us and our needs. However, nobody is a mind-reader. Even something that sounds like common sense might not be obvious to your partner.

So, it falls to each and every single one of us to communicate our boundaries and then enforce them if/when someone ignores them.