Lets almost anyone get close to them
Porous Boundary
Untrusting of others
Rigid Boundaries
You really need to save money, but a friend calls you to get a drink. They just went through a breakup so you agree.
Porous Boundary
Able to say "no" when needed
Healthy Boundaries
Your coworkers do a lot of outings together on their free time but you never join. You feel you have no friends at work. Your company has an optional team building day but you say no.
Rigid boundary
Selective about whom to let in and keep out
Healthy Boundary
Stands by personal values, but can adapt
Healthy Boundaries
tends to ignore others opinions
Rigid Boundaries
You are going to the doctor for a physical but you hate being touched. The doctor needs to do an exam because there are alarming symptoms. You completely refuse and will not change your mind.
Rigid Boundary
Keeps most people at a distance
Rigid Boundary
Communicates passively
Porous Boundaries
Your friend is going through a tough breakup. They call you to vent. You decide to go to the ex's house with them to confront them even though you'd rather not.
Porous Boundary
Overly trusting of others, even strangers
Porous Boundaries
Very guarded with personal information
Rigid boundaries
Takes time to build trust with others
Healthy Boundaries
You hate Trump and listening to anyone speak about him. You usually walk away when someone mentions him. You overhear a civil conversation between friends discussing politics. You decide to join and learn a lot about new policies.
Healthy Boundary