Boundaries
True or False? Boundaries are rules we set to protect our well-being.
True - Boundaries are limits that keep us safe emotionally, mentally, and physically. They protect energy, needs, and values.
True or False? Secure attachment means you can trust and connect while also being independent.
True -- Securely attached people balance closeness with independence; they trust others without fear of losing themselves.
True or False? A partner who listens to your feelings shows healthy behavior.
True -- Listening shows empathy, respect, and care which are core parts of a healthy relationship.
True or False? Saying “I feel upset when…” is an I-statement.
True-- I feel statements express feelings without blame, making communication more constructive.
True or False? Deep breathing can calm anxious feelings.
True -- Deep breathing regulates the nervous system, calming stress and helping someone feel more grounded.
True or False? Having no boundaries makes relationships stronger.
False - Without boundaries, relationships often become unbalanced, with resentment, dependency, or burnout. Healthy boundaries create respect, not distance.
True or False? Anxious attachment often fears being abandoned.
True -- People with anxious attachment may need constant reassurance and worry about rejection or being left.
True or False? Silent treatment is a healthy way to handle conflict.
False -- Silent treatment is a form of withdrawal or punishment; it avoids communication and creates distance.
True or False? Interrupting often shows active listening.
False-- Interrupting usually means not fully listening; true active listening gives space before responding.
True or False? Trust grows when people are consistent and reliable.
True -- Predictable, reliable behavior makes others feel sage, which is essential for trust.
True or False? Boundaries can be physical, emotional, or even about time.
True - Boundaries show up in many ways-- like personal space (physical), saying no (emotional), or protecting rest/work balance (time).
True or False? Avoidant attachment means someone always wants closeness.
False -- Avoidant Attachment often means pulling away from closeness, keeping distance to feel safe.
True or False? Respectful disagreements can still be healthy in a relationship.
True -- Conflict is normal. When handled with respect and communication, it can build understanding.
True or False? Eye contact, body language, and tone are part of communication.
True -- Nonverbal cues carry much of our message; they shape how words are received.
True or False? Being self-critical helps build secure attachment.
False -- Self-criticism harms self-esteem. Secure attachment grows from self-compassion, not harshness.
True or False? If someone gets upset when you set a boundary, it means you should drop it.
False - Someone may not like your boundary, but that doesn't mean it's wrong. Their discomfort doesn't mean your need is invalid.
True or False? Attachment styles can never change.
False -- Attachment styles can shift with self-awareness, therapy, and healthy relationships.
True or False? Controlling what someone wears is healthy because it shows you care.
False -- Controlling a partner's clothing is about power and control, no love. Healthy care means respecting their choices and trusting their judgement. True care supports someone's freedom, not restricting it.
True or False? Assuming what someone means is better than asking.
False -- Assuming often leads to misunderstanding. Asking for clarity shows respect and prevents conflict.
True or False? Practicing healthy boundaries and self-awareness can help you move toward secure
attachment.
True -- By protecting your needs and reflecting on patterns, you create healthier, more secure connections.
True or False? Healthy boundaries create more respect and closeness in relationships, not less.
True - Boundaries build trust, because both people know what feels safe and respected. This deepens genuine closeness.
True or False? Adults with insecure attachment can learn secure patterns through therapy and healthy
relationships.
True - With healing and practice, peopel can move toward secure attachment by building trust and practicing safe connections.
True or False? In healthy relationships, both people’s needs and feelings matter equally.
True - Healthy relationships are built on balance, mutual respect, and equality--not one person's needs dominating.
True or False? Good communication includes speaking honestly and listening with respect.
True - Honesty builds trust, and respectful listening shows care. Both are essential for secure communication.
True or False? Building secure attachment is about progress, not perfection.
True - No one is perfect--secure attachment is about learning, growth, and consistency, not flawlessness.