The ways people usually act in close relationships, especially when it comes to love, trust, and handling emotions. These styles often come from how we were treated growing up.

1. Secure Attachment:

• Feels safe getting close to others.

• Trusts people and is okay being alone too.

• Can handle ups and downs in a relationship in a healthy way.

2. Anxious Attachment:

• Worries a lot about being liked or left out.

• Needs lots of attention and comfort.

• May feel clingy or scared when someone pulls away.

3. Avoidant Attachment:

• Likes to be independent and may push people away.

• Has a hard time opening up or showing emotions.

• May seem distant in relationships.

4. Fearful (or Disorganized) Attachment:

• Wants closeness but is afraid of getting hurt.

• May have mixed feelings—sometimes pulling close, sometimes pushing away.

• Often comes from past trauma or confusing relationships.

1. Physical Boundaries:
These are about your body and personal space. Includes things like how close people can stand to you or if you’re okay with hugs or being touched.

2. Emotional Boundaries:
These protect your feelings. They help you decide how much of your emotions you want to share and who you trust to share them with.

3. Mental Boundaries:
These are about your thoughts and opinions. It’s okay to think differently than others and not be pressured to change your mind.

4. Time Boundaries:
Helps you manage your time. Saying no to things when you're too busy or need time for yourself.

5. Material Boundaries:
These deal with your stuff—like your phone, money, or clothes. You get to decide who can use your things and when.

6. Sexual Boundaries:
These are about what kind of touch or talk is okay when it comes to sex. Helps protect your comfort, safety, and values.

Ways people protect themselves when they feel hurt, scared, or stressed in a relationship. Sometimes, they happen without even realizing it.

Here are a few common ones:

1. Denial: Pretending a problem doesn't exist because it's too hard to face.

2. Blaming (Projection): Putting your own bad feelings or mistakes on someone else—like saying they’re mad at you when really you’re mad at them.

3. Withdrawing: Pulling away or going silent instead of talking about what’s wrong.

4. Acting Out: Doing something hurtful (like yelling or ignoring someone) instead of saying how you really feel.

5. Avoiding (Avoidance): Changing the subject or staying busy so you don’t have to deal with a tough conversation.

6. Sarcasm or Joking (as a cover): Using humor or sarcasm to hide true feelings, like sadness or anger.

7. Lying to Yourself (Rationalization): Making excuses for your actions so you don’t feel bad.

The different ways people express themselves and talk to others. Here are the four main types:

1. Passive:

• Doesn’t speak up, even when something’s wrong.

• Avoids conflict and lets others take control.

• Might feel ignored or taken advantage of.

2. Aggressive:

• Speaks in a loud or rude way.

• Tries to control or boss others around.

• Often hurts people’s feelings.

3. Passive-Aggressive:

• Seems nice on the outside but is secretly angry.

• Might use sarcasm, give the silent treatment, or avoid being direct.

• Confusing to others.

4. Assertive (Healthy Style):

• Speaks clearly and respectfully.

• Stands up for themselves without being mean.

• Listens to others and solves problems calmly.