In-house instrument, non-validated (Cristea, 2026, v7.0)
Boundaries Inventory
A 7-dimension map of your personal boundaries. Answer on a 1–5 scale; receive scores and a radar profile.
42 items -- ~6 min
Local-first - your data stays on device
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Keys 1-5 for quick answer
Respond based on how much each statement applies to your life in general, not just right now.
Physical Boundaries
1.I recognize and respect my physical energy limits
2.I can say no when someone enters my personal space
3.I take breaks before reaching exhaustion
4.I can decline physical touch without feeling guilty
5.I recognize my body's signals of overload
6.I plan recovery time after demanding activities
Emotional Boundaries
7.I can identify when others' emotions are affecting me
8.I can communicate how I feel without apologizing for it
9.I recognize the difference between being empathic and absorbing someone else's pain
10.I allow myself to have boundaries around difficult emotional topics
11.I can choose how much of my inner life I share
12.I accept that I don't have to manage other people's emotions
Social Boundaries
Sensory Boundaries
19.I recognize environments that cause me sensory overload
20.I use regulation tools (headphones, sunglasses, etc.) without embarrassment
21.I can request environmental modifications (light, sound, temperature)
22.I plan sensory recovery time
23.I respect my sensory needs without minimizing them
24.I have a sensory kit ready for challenging situations
Digital Boundaries
25.I have clear limits for screen time
26.I don't reply immediately to messages when I need a break
27.I can turn off notifications without anxiety
28.I have device-free periods in my daily routine
29.I control my exposure to emotional content online
30.I can stop scrolling when I notice it affecting my energy or mood
Professional Boundaries
31.I can decline additional tasks when I'm overloaded
32.I ask for clear instructions and written communication when I need them
33.I maintain the boundary between professional and personal life
34.I can negotiate working conditions that respect my needs
35.I don't feel guilty when using days off for recovery
36.I communicate openly about my work style and accommodation needs
Relational Boundaries
37.I can set boundaries in family relationships without guilt
38.I clearly communicate what I need from partner/friends
39.I recognize when a relationship exceeds my capacity
40.I don't accept pressure for physical or emotional affection
41.I can renegotiate a relationship dynamic when it stops working
42.I respect my need for alone time without justifying it
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