Communication
Statement Construction for Personal Limit-Setting
This task guides a client in crafting clear; concise; and defensible statements about their.
A client may grasp the concept of personal limits but struggle to articulate them in the moment. When challenged, their statements often become defensive, overly explanatory, or tentative, which invites negotiation where none is wanted. This cycle of failed communication can lead to frustration and resignation, making the client feel incapable of holding their ground effectively.
This directive provides a structure for crafting precise and emotionally neutral statements tailored to the client’s own situations. It shifts the focus from justifying a limit to simply stating it. The client walks away with a small collection of clear, rehearsed sentences they can deliver calmly and without apology, ready for the next difficult conversation.
Statement Construction for Personal Limit-Setting
Use the table below to construct statements that define your personal limits. First, identify a recurring situation. Second, specify the behavior you will no longer do or accept. Third, write the exact words you will use to state your limit. Focus on simple, direct “I” statements about your own actions. Complete at least three rows.
| Situation (Who, what, where) | What I Will No Longer Do/Accept | My Statement (The words I will say) |
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