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Boundaries in Practice

Clarify a limit, focus on what you control, and practice putting it into words.

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Participant worksheet
Format
PDF · 1 pages · US Letter
Audience
Adults; personal reflection or guided use.
Time
About 5-25 minutes; follow the sheet
Cost
Free · No email required

Inside this resource

  • Clarify a need or limit.
  • Practice a statement focused on your own actions.

How to use it

  1. Choose a low-stakes situation.
  2. Write a limit and a next action within your control.
  3. Practice only if it is safe; ask for support when needed.

Print for personal use or your own professional sessions. Do not resell or redistribute the files. Educational content, not individualized treatment. Guides are original session plans, not validated protocols.

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BREAKING THE BOND  /  FREE STARTER RESOURCE
Boundaries in Practice
Take 10-15 minutes. Choose a low-stakes situation. Practice is optional; passing is always okay.
© 2026 Breaking the Bond | Personal and professional session use permitted.
Do not resell or redistribute the files. Educational reflection; not individualized treatment.
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1 / What matters to me here?
Name the need, value, or limit you want to protect.
2 / What is within my control?
Focus on your words and actions rather than controlling another person.
3 / Put it into words
Try: "I can ____. I am not available for ____. If that happens, I will ____."
4 / Plan for a response
If someone disagrees, how can I repeat my limit? What support might I need?
Safety note: If setting a limit could put you at risk, prioritize safety and seek trusted support rather than
practicing direct confrontation.
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