Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) Resource Bundle (386 pages)

INTERPERSONAL EFFECTIVENESS Boundaries Maintaining healthy boundaries is crucial for interpersonal effectiveness because it ensures that you maintain your autonomy and well-being while also respecting the autonomy and well-being of others. Effective interpersonal interactions often depend on a balance between assertiveness and respecting boundaries. reflective questions What are my personal boundaries in this relationship, and have I communicated them clearly to the other person?

Are there any situations or behaviors that make me uncomfortable, and if so, how can I address them assertively and respectfully?

Do I have clear physical, emotional, and time boundaries, and am I honoring them to protect my well-being?