Types of Boundaries
which type of boundary ask for others to respect our personal space?
physical boundaries- refer to physical space and physical touch.
what kind of statements should be used when you want to communicate a boundary?
"I" statements- use these statements to help communicate your needs and get them met!
AT WORK: give an example of setting a boundary with your BCBA, if they are late to your meeting.
"I"_______________
why is setting boundaries important?
setting boundaries help with:
1. our emotional and physical safety
2. self esteem, confidence and self worth.
which type of boundary ask for others to respect our feelings.
Emotional boundaries- refer to a persons feelings- knowing when to share and not share personal information.
what type of communication should we use when communicating and setting a boundary?
A. passive
B. assertive
c. aggressive
B- Assertive communication- this type of communication allow for us to calmly say what we need and why.
IN GROUP: give an example of setting a boundary with a peer who is saying things you do not like.
"I"________________
TRUE OR FALSE:
if i am struggling to say no, this is a sign i am struggling with setting boundaries?
TRUE
which type of boundary ask others to respect the emotional, physical, and intellectual parts of our relationships?
Sexual boundaries- refer to the mutual understanding and respect of limitations and desires between sexual partners.
Finish the sentence: "i like spending time with you, but it is important for me to have some space when i feel ___________. "
name the emotion!
AT home: give an example of setting a boundary with staff who does not knock before entering your room
"I"________________
TRUE OR FALSE:
if i am ignoring my own personal needs, this is a sign i am struggling with setting boundaries?
TRUE
which type of boundary ask others to respect our money and possessions?
Material boundaries- refer to setting limits on what you will share and with who.
finish the sentence: "I prefer NOT to be hugged when i am feeling_________"
name the emotion!
IN RELATIONSHIPS: give an example of setting a boundary with someone when you do not want to be touched.
"I"____________
TRUE OR FALSE:
If I say "NO" to my friend who ask me to steal from the store- this is a sign i am struggling with setting boundaries?
FALSE
which type of boundary ask others to respect our choices and how we do things?
Time Boundary- refers to how we choose to use our time - to take care of ourselves and other important things in our life.
which type of boundary is being set if someone says:
" when i am in my room with the door shut, please knock before you come in"
A Physical Boundary!
WITH FAMILY: give an example of setting a boundary with a family member who blamed you for something you did not do
"I"____________
TRUE OR FALSE:
If you use this phrase "I am not comfortable with that" this is a sign you are struggling with setting boundaries?
FALSE