Boundary Builder
Learn about different types of boundaries and practice building your own boundary statements.
Physical Boundaries
Boundaries around your body, personal space, and physical needs.
Examples of Healthy Physical Boundaries
- Personal space - how close others can be to you
- Touch preferences - what types of touch feel comfortable
- Privacy - having alone time and private spaces
- Physical needs - rest, food, health care
Build Your Boundary Statement
Fill in the blank to create your own boundary statement:
Your statement: “I need personal space when I'm feeling overwhelmedwhen it comes to physical boundaries.”
Scripts for Communicating Boundaries
Here are some ways to express your boundaries. Click to copy any script:
When: Someone wants to hug you but you're not comfortable
When: Someone stands too close to you
When: Someone touches you without asking
When: Someone enters your room without knocking
Remember
Setting boundaries is an act of self-love. It's okay to change your boundaries as you grow. Healthy relationships respect boundaries - if someone consistently ignores yours, that's important information about how they value you.