Boundary Builders

Boundary Builders

Discover your boundary style in relationships. Find out how you manage, set, and respect boundaries with those around you.

published 15 days ago
1/10

What’s your approach when a colleague takes credit for your work?

I consider talking but hesitate.
I assertively discuss this with them.
I stay away from such colleagues.
I feel upset but let it pass.
I sometimes address it depending on my mood.
2/10

When someone pressures you into making a quick decision, you:

When someone pressures you into making a quick decision, you:
Sometimes agree, sometimes ask for time.
Try to avoid being in such situations.
Ask for time to think before deciding.
Feel pressured but rarely speak up.
Usually go along with it to please them.
3/10

How do you deal with a partner who consistently interrupts you?

I sometimes bring it up when it annoys me too much.
I let it go most of the time.
I feel hurt but don’t say anything.
I express my discomfort when I gather the courage.
I calmly ask them to wait until I'm finished speaking.
4/10

How do you react when a friend criticizes your choices?

I defend my choices if it matters.
I thank them but stand by my choices.
I feel conflicted but tend to keep quiet.
I try not to discuss my choices with them.
I seriously consider their opinion.
5/10

A neighbor keeps asking for favors. How do you respond?

I avoid their requests as much as possible.
I consider setting limits but struggle to do so.
I help occasionally but set limits when overwhelmed.
I usually help to maintain harmony.
Politely, but firmly, I set limits.
6/10

How do you handle family members overstepping boundaries?

I try to keep peace and don't confront them.
I set firm boundaries and reinforce them.
I address it if it keeps happening.
I struggle but plan to bring it up.
I avoid them whenever possible.
7/10

If a friend shares a secret you feel uncomfortable keeping, what do you do?

I try to avoid the topic entirely.
I keep it to maintain their trust.
I keep it but continually feel uneasy.
I express my feelings to them honestly.
I share discomfort if it's too much.
8/10

How do you feel about saying no to a friend?

I find it very easy.
I just ignore the request.
I only say no if it's really important.
I am still working on it.
I feel guilty and usually say yes.
9/10

You want some alone time but your partner feels neglected. What do you do?

I prioritize their needs over mine.
I balance both needs when possible.
I struggle to communicate my need.
I explain my need for personal space.
I find excuses to stay away.
10/10

You notice a friend frequently makes decisions for you. What do you do?

You notice a friend frequently makes decisions for you. What do you do?
I think about it but struggle to act.
I usually just go along with it.
Sometimes I speak up, sometimes I don’t.
I assertively express my preferences.
I make it a point to avoid those situations.