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This term means the limits we set to protect our feelings, body, time, and personal space.
Boundaries
These boundaries are so closed that a person avoids closeness, rarely shares feelings, or pushes people away.
Rigid boundaries
This communication style avoids conflict, minimizes one’s own needs, and often involves saying “it’s fine” when it’s not.
Passive communication
This happens when someone blames circumstances, stress, or someone else instead of taking responsibility.
Making excuses
These boundaries help decide who can touch you, how close people stand, and what makes you feel comfortable or uncomfortable.
Physical boundaries
Not answering texts right away because you need time to rest is an example of setting this type of boundary
Digital boundaries
This communication style involves expressing feelings and needs clearly and respectfully without putting others down.
Taking responsibility, learning from a mistake, and choosing to move forward are steps in this process.
Self-forgiveness
These boundaries involve your feelings and help you decide how much you share and how others treat your emotions.
Emotional boundaries
This type of communication involves using words to express thoughts, feelings, or ideas.
Verbal communication
Yelling, blaming, interrupting, or using threatening language are signs of this communication style.
Aggressive communication
Saying “I messed up, but I can learn and do better” is a statement that shows this healthy mindset.
Self compassion
Saying “I don’t feel comfortable with that” or “I need a break” is an example of using this healthy boundary skill.
Assertive Communciation
Facial expressions, body language, gestures, and posture are all examples of this type of communication.
Non-Verbal communication/Cues
This means choosing to let go of anger or resentment toward someone or yourself
Forgiveness
This term describes feeling accepted, respected, and able to express yourself without fear of embarrassment or punishment.
Emotional Safety
This type of boundary happens when someone shares too much, has trouble saying no, or puts others’ needs before their own.
Porous boundaries
Tone of voice, volume, speed, and sarcasm are part of this type of communication.
Para-Verbal communication
This is the important difference between forgiveness and making excuses: forgiveness acknowledges harm, while excuses do this instead.
Minimizes and justifies the behavior or harm caused
This is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage your own emotions, especially during stressful situations.
Emotional Regulation