Healthy Boundaries
True or False: Setting a boundary means you are being rude or selfish?
What is... False?
True or False: Raising your voice is an effective way to solve conflict?
What is...False
True or False: Interrupting someone shows good communication.
What is... False?
Yelling at someone during an argument is healthy or unhealthy?
What is… unhealthy?
A friend asks to borrow something, but you don’t feel comfortable sharing it. What would you do?
A. Let them borrow it anyway
B. Politely tell them no
C. Ignore them
What is... B. Politely tell them no?
Name one type of boundary?
What is... physical, emotional, personal space, time, or privacy?
What is step 4 in the conflict resolution steps?
What is... think of solutions?
Which is better during a disagreement: “You always make me mad” or “I feel upset when this happens”?
What is... “I feel upset when this happens.”
True or False: If someone gets upset when you set a boundary, that automatically means your boundary is unfair?
What is.... false
Someone tries to hug you, but you don't want a hug. What would you do?
What is... politely say no or tell them you don't want to be hugged.
Deciding who you are comfortable hugging is an example of this type of boundary.
What is... a physical boundary?
If emotions become too strong during an argument, this can help you calm down before continuing.
What is... taking a break/walking away?
Why is it important to think before speaking when you are angry?
What is... you may say something hurtful that you don't mean?
Which behavior does NOT respect someone's boundaries?
A. Accepting when they say no
B. Giving them personal space
C. Pressuring them after they say no
What is... C) Pressuring them after they say no
You are having a disagreement with someone, and you notice that you are becoming very angry. What would be the best thing to do?
A. Raise your voice so they know you're serious
B. Take a break and return to the conversation when you're calmer
C. Ignore them for the rest of the day
D. Say whatever comes to mind
What is... B. Take a break and return to the conversation when you're calmer.
What is a boundary?
What is... a limit you set to protect your feelings, time, space, or personal needs?
Name two actions that can make a conflict worse.
What is... yelling, insulting, blaming, interrupting, or becoming aggressive?
Why is respectful communication important during conflict?
What is... it can help prevent the situation from becoming worse and make it easier to solve the problem?
What can happen when someone does not respect your boundaries?
What is... It can cause stress, frustration, discomfort, or conflict.
You tell someone not to use your belongings without asking, but they continue to do it. What would you do?
A. Calmly restate your boundary and explain that you need them to ask permission first
B. Let it go this time to avoid creating more conflict
C. Wait until you’re frustrated and then confront them
What is... A. Calmly restate your boundary and explain that you need them to ask permission first