Boundary Basics
What is a healthy boundary?
A limit you set to protect your time, energy, values, or well-being.
Finish this sentence.
"No is a __________."
Complete sentence.
Role Play
Someone asks to borrow $50.
Say no.
Someone enters your room without knocking.
Healthy response?
Ask them to knock first.
Role Play- ask somone to knock next time before entering your space
Coworker asks you to do their work.
Healthy response?
Answer
Politely decline.
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Former using friend wants to hang out.
Healthy response?
Answer
Decline respectfully.
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True or False:
Healthy boundaries are selfish.
Answer
False
True or False
You always owe someone an explanation when you say no.
False
Role Play
Practice saying no using only one sentence.
Family member constantly asks for money.
Healthy response?
Politely decline.
Role Play can i borrow ten dollars for gas
Boss asks you to stay late.
What is a healthy first step?
Check your own availability before agreeing.
Role Play
Someone pressures you to drink.
Healthy response?
"No thanks."
Role Play
What does a boundary help protect?
Name two.
Time
Energy
Mental health
Safety
Relationships
Finances
Recovery
Values
Peace
Privacy
Which response is healthiest?
A.
Maybe...
B.
I guess...
C.
No thank you.
C
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Coworker wants you to cover another shift.
Family expects you to solve every problem.
Healthy response?
Offer support without taking over.
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Someone cuts in line and demands your place.
Healthy response?
Politely stand your ground.
Role Play this situation
Friend wants your phone password.
Healthy response?
Answer
"No, I keep that private."
Role Play
True or False
Healthy boundaries improve healthy relationships.
True
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A family member becomes upset because you won't lend them money.
Respond respectfully.
Name one respectful way to say no.
No.
No thanks.
I'm not available.
That doesn't work for me.
I'm going to pass.
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Friend wants you to skip your responsibilities.
Relative criticizes your choices every visit.
Healthy response?
Ask them to stop or leave the conversation.
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A stranger asks very personal questions.
Healthy response?
"I'd rather keep that private."
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Someone keeps texting after you've said you're busy.
Healthy response?
"I'll respond when I'm available."
Role Play
Why do many people struggle to set boundaries?
Name one reason.
Fear
Guilt
Wanting approval
Fear of conflict
People pleasing
Low confidence
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Someone becomes angry because you said no.
Respond calmly.
Why is saying no important?
Name one reason.
Protects priorities
Reduces stress
Protects mental health
Respects yourself
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Someone pressures you to stay longer than you want.
Family member repeatedly ignores your boundary.
What should you do?
Repeat the boundary consistently.
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Friend repeatedly shows up late.
Healthy response?
Discuss the issue respectfully.
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Friend makes jokes that make you uncomfortable.
Healthy response?
Tell them clearly to stop.
Role Play