Boundaries & Relationships
What is a boundary?
Limits or space you create between yourself and others. It helps you define what's acceptable in your relationship.
This type of relaxation technique includes breathing slowly through the nose and out through the mouth
Deep breathing
Another word for “sad”
Down, upset, unhappy, depressed
You might feel ____ if you think everyone is talking about you or judging you
Anxious
In the movie “Finding Nemo” Nemo’s dad worries about Nemo for what impairment?
One fin is smaller than the other
What are some indicators of a healthy relationship?
This type of coping skill might involve Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Eminem, etc.
Listening to music
A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome
Anxiety
You might feel ____ if you try explaining yourself and the other person doesn’t understand
Frustrated
In the movie “Encanto” Pepa’s emotions can influence the weather around her - storms and heavy rain happen when she feels _____
Stressed, frustrated, sad
What is a healthy response if someone gets angry when you set a boundary?
Remain calm, restate your boundary, and recognize their reaction is not your responsibility.
This type of coping skill involves some kind of creative expression
Art
This emotion can be expressed through smiling and/or speaking in an upbeat and positive tone
Happiness/Joy
You might feel ____ if you feel really good about your outfit
Confident
In the movie “Frozen” what does Elsa do to avoid her powers from showing?
Isolate herself (or wears gloves)
What can you do to regulate yourself during or after a disagreement?
Limit discussion time, take a walk, practice breathing, or reframe negative thoughts.
This type of coping skill involves expressing yourself to another person
Talking to someone
This emotion is categorized by feelings of hostility, frustration, aggression, or yelling
Anger
You might feel _____ if you get a bad grade on a test
Mad, sad, annoyed/irritated
In the movie “Zootopia” Judy really wants to become a police officer. Most other animals don’t believe that she can do it, but Judy never gives up. This shows that she is _____
Confident
What is a common sign that your boundaries are not being respected?
Feeling drained, anxious, or resentful after interacting with someone who crosses your boundaries.
This type of skill sometimes involves the 5 senses
Ex. 5 things you see, 4 things you touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, 1 thing you can taste
Grounding technique
This emotional state happens when you want/desire something that someone else has and you don’t
Jealousy
You might feel _____ about an upcoming vacation or trip
Excited, happy
In the movie “Toy Story” Mr. Potato Head can be described as ____
Rude, mean, angry, moody