Huma Ali

Psychologist

Mental Health First Aid Trainer (UAE)

What are Personal Boundaries:

Personal boundaries are limits that you set to protect your emotional, physical, and mental well-being. They define what is acceptable and unacceptable behavior from others, and help you maintain a sense of control over your own life.

Healthy personal boundaries can help you to:

• Maintain a strong sense of control over your own life.
• Protect yourself from harm and exploitation.
• Build and maintain healthy relationships.
• Develop a strong sense of self.

It’s important to communicate your personal boundaries clearly and assertively to others. This can help to prevent misunderstandings and conflicts with others.

Phrases To Maintain Persona Assertive Boundaries

Here are some phrases you can use to maintain personal assertive boundaries:

Clear Statements:

• I am not comfortable with that.
• Right now, I need some space.
• That is not something I want to discuss

Setting Limits:

• I am only willing to do this once.
• Right now, I cannot commit to that.
• I am going to need to set some boundaries.

Expressing Needs:

• I need more time to think about it.
• I need support in this.
• I need you to respect my choice.

Avoiding Negative Language:

• Instead of saying “you are always…. try “I feel.”
• Instead of saying “you should…. try “I am inclined to choose.”
• Instead of saying “you are wrong…. try “I see it differently.”

“Use these phrases in a specific scenario’s”

Also, important to Remember:

• Be assertive, not aggressive. Speak calmly and confidently.
• Use “I” statements. Focus on your feelings and needs.
• Be specific. Clearly communicate that what you want or don’t want.
• Be prepared to negotiate. Be open to finding a negotiation that works for everyone.

Enforcing Your Boundaries:

Once you’ve communicated your boundaries, it’s important to implement them consistently. This may involve saying “no” to requests that don’t align with your boundaries, or setting limits on the time or energy you spend with certain people.

Conclude:

• It’s okay to say “no” You do not have to do everything for everyone.
• Your boundaries are important. Don’t feel guilty for setting them.
• Be patient. It may betaking some time to understand others and respect your new boundaries.