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Boundaries for Sharing_ A Practical Worksheet

This worksheet provides a framework for setting healthy boundaries in conversations to foster trust and emotional balance. It includes steps such as pausing before sharing, filtering information based on relationship intimacy, and using the 3-question rule to evaluate the appropriateness of sharing. Additionally, it offers techniques for communicating boundaries and managing oversharing effectively.

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Boundaries for Sharing_ A Practical Worksheet

This worksheet provides a framework for setting healthy boundaries in conversations to foster trust and emotional balance. It includes steps such as pausing before sharing, filtering information based on relationship intimacy, and using the 3-question rule to evaluate the appropriateness of sharing. Additionally, it offers techniques for communicating boundaries and managing oversharing effectively.

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Boundaries for Sharing: A Practical Worksheet

Introduction

Setting healthy boundaries in conversations helps build trust and maintain emotional balance.

This worksheet will guide you through a simple framework to help you decide what, when, and
how to share information.

Step 1: PAUSE – Create a Buffer Before Sharing


Before sharing, take a deep breath and ask yourself:

●​ Why am I sharing this? (Is it to connect, vent, seek validation, or out of habit?)​

●​ Do I feel emotionally safe with this person?​

●​ Will sharing this serve me or potentially harm me?​

Step 2: FILTER – Levels of Intimacy in Sharing


Not all relationships require the same level of openness. Use the guide below to determine what
to share based on how close you are to someone.

Relationship Type Information Shared

Strangers & Acquaintances (Colleagues, Light topics (hobbies, general opinions)


new people)

Casual Friends & Work Friends Some personal details, but avoid deep
emotions

Close Friends & Trusted People More personal experiences, struggles, and
feelings

Inner Circle (Best friends, family, therapist) Deepest thoughts, insecurities, and
vulnerabilities
Exercise: Think of three people in your life. Which category do they fit into? What level of
information should you share with them?

Step 3: CHOOSE – The 3-Question Rule


Before sharing something, ask yourself:

Relevance – Does this person need to know this?​


Readiness – Are they emotionally mature enough to handle it?​
Reciprocity – Is this a balanced conversation, or am I dominating it?

Practice: Write a statement you frequently share. Apply the 3-Question Rule—does it pass all
three checks?

Step 4: COMMUNICATE – Setting Verbal Boundaries


If you feel pressured to share, use these polite but firm responses:

"I’d rather not get into that right now."​


"I’m still processing that myself."​
"I prefer to keep some things private."

Practice: Write your own boundary-setting phrase that feels natural to you.

Bonus: "Contain & Redirect" Method


If you catch yourself oversharing, use this method:

1.​ Recognize – "I think I shared more than I intended."​

2.​ Contain – "That’s enough about me—how’s your week going?"​

3.​ Redirect – "Let’s talk about something fun!"​

Try It: Write a scenario where you might use the "Contain & Redirect" method.
Final Reflection

After working through this worksheet, what is one key takeaway you can apply in your next
conversation?

Goal: Next time you feel the urge to overshare, PAUSE and apply one of these techniques!

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