Boundaries
Why are boundaries created?
Boundaries are created to set limits on what you will and won't accept.
What is the most common nonverbal cue that shows you are listening?
Eye contact or nodding head.
What is a reason why someone would not follow rules?
View the rules as unfair, believe that they deserve more advantages, or prioritize their own perspective over others.
What is the importance of eye contact?
It helps build trust and engagement in conversations.
What does assertive communication mean?
Assertiveness is a social and communication skill that allows individuals to stand up for their own rights or the rights of others in a calm, direct, and respectful manner without being aggressive or passive.
What do poor boundaries and lack of self-care lead to?
Feeling drained, anxious, or resentful.
In a classroom, what is a cue that a student is confused?
Raising their hand or looking around the room
In what ways can not following the rules affect you?
Losing friends/family, imprisonment, and difficulty being employed.
What does standing or sitting up straight suggest?
Openness or confidence
What are the benefits of being assertive?
People will respect you, less anxiety, and higher confidence.
Why is it good to know someone's boundaries?
Boundaries are good to be aware of because if you respect the boundaries, you could gain trust, freedom, and responsibility.
How can a smile help in a social situation?
A smile can come across as warm and welcoming, making someone feel comfortable.
Why should we follow rules, even when we can break them?
It is not a good habit to get into, and can result in getting caught eventually, leading to life altering consequences that we may regret.
How can you interpret someone’s crossed arms in a conversation?
As defensive
What are some characteristics of assertiveness?
Negation, walking away when necessary, and problem solving.
Why are boundaries set into place?
Boundaries are set to show people what you will or will not deal with.
What are some verbal cues that help with communication?
Tone, pitch, rate, or volume.
What are benefits of following the rules?
Trustworthy, respect, feeling good about self, increase in opportunities, more friends.
How can using hand gestures help when communicating?
Help convey the message more effectively.
What can assertive communication create?
Good relationships, honesty, and respectful communication.
Your friend calls you at 11 p.m. to discuss issues with her boyfriend. You need to wake up at 6 a.m. What’s a boundary you could set?
Politely explain the situation to your friend and offer to call them back when you are free to talk.
What are some non-verbal cues?
Laughing, sighing, or pauses.
What is the purpose of rules?
Rules exist to create order, ensure safety, promote fairness, and guide behavior in society and daily life.
What are some ways to respect personal space?
Standing the appropriate distance away from others. Standing to close maybe uncomfortable, whiles standing too far away may come off as disengaging.
What does being assertive protect against?
Bullies and manipulation.