Relationship Spectrum
Building Better Relationships
Types of Boundaries
100

The relationship spectrum shows that relationships can change and move between these three different categories:

Healthy, unhealthy, and abusive relationships

100

These are the limits and rules we set for ourselves within relationships:

Boundaries

100

Personal space and physical touch considerations are what type of boundaries:

Physical

200

These kinds of relationships are based on respect, honesty, equality, and communication:

Healthy relationships

200

Listening, sharing thoughts or feelings, and talking through problems are all part of this skill:

Communication

200

Thoughts and opinions are what type of boundaries?

Mental

300

Not communicating, disrespect, dishonesty, and attempts to control the other person are signs of these relationships:

Unhealthy relationships

300

Valuing others, treating people kindly, and understanding their feelings are all examples of this:

Respect

300

These boundaries refer to a person's feelings and is defined by what you feel is safe and appropriate ways for people to treat you:

Emotional

400

These types of relationships may include controlling behavior, communicating in a hurtful or threatening way and/or isolating their partners from others:

Abusive relationships

400

Being truthful about your thoughts and feelings helps build trust in relationships:

Honesty

400

Deciding whether to hug, shake hands, or kiss someone is an example of setting these in a relationship:

Physical boundaries