Caring without carrying it all
Setting a boundary starts with clarity: naming what's happening and what you need. Fill in the sentences below, and we'll turn your words into boundary statements you can say to yourself or to someone else.
Emotional boundaries are the limits around the amount, frequency, and intensity of emotional energy you're willing to give and absorb. They protect your capacity so your needs can coexist with the needs of others.
Adapted from the work of Nedra Glover Tawwab, LCSW, author of Set Boundaries, Find Peace.
💡 Tip: start with a boundary that feels attainable, or one you'd set with someone who feels safe to practice with. Nothing you type is saved or shared. It stays on your screen.
Words you can use
Each one is organized by the 4 C's of boundary setting: Clarity, Communicate, Consistency, and Courage. Click any statement to edit it in your own words. Take what fits and leave the rest.
Before you go…
Take a deep breath and imagine what it would feel like to honor your needs this way. Short-term discomfort is often the doorway to long-term relief.
For more support, explore our Self-Care Toolkit, the Interpreter Wellness Scale, or coaching with HHO.
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