Where does your comfort end and someone else’s expectation begin? In this short video, Pastor Vicky Lee introduces palena, the Hawaiian word for boundary or limit, and gives you a simple way to practice saying it. Press play and consider a boundary you would like to name more clearly.
How Do You Say “Boundary” in Hawaiian? Practice Palena
A boundary can be easy to feel and hard to put into words. Palena gives you a word for that limit. Watch the brief lesson, say it along with Pastor Vicky, and notice which boundary comes to mind as you practice.
Palena and Boundaries in Relationships
What would it feel like to express a limit clearly in a relationship? The video pairs the Hawaiian word palena with a gesture you can try for yourself. Press play to see the movement, then reflect on where naming a boundary could help you communicate.
