Topic: Q15 - Read pages 112 &113. Discuss the concept of internal boundaries. What is self-containment? What is emotional safety? How can you ensure that your self-worth is not diminished by another person’s words or behavior? Do not internalize others' words, messages, or actions until you can determine if any of it is hurtful or not. If it is loving, you can bring it into your heart. What visualizations can you use to protect yourself? Memorize these five internal boundaries & put them in your Recovery Toolbox: o I know where I stop, and you begin. o I know what is my business and what is none of my business. o I know the difference between my emotions and others’ emotions. o I recognize what is and what is not my responsibility. o I am aware what is and what is not comfortable or safe for me. What comes up for you when you hear these boundaries? How do you feel? Visualize yourself saying these boundaries to other people. Also visualize stating these boundaries silently to yourself when you are fearful or communicating with an unsafe person. Write your insights in your journal.

Topic: Q16 - Read the bottom paragraph on page 112 beginning with "We use internal boundaries in various ways... " What is a healthy amount of personal and/or financial information to share with an intimate partner? a close friend? family members? children? colleagues? or new and/or social acquaintances? Write your insights and new awareness in your journal.

Topic: Q17 - Read and study pages 113-114. Discuss this idea: “We allow others to have their own thoughts, feelings, opinions, behaviors, beliefs, and spirituality.” Are you willing to be responsible for your own emotional, mental, and spiritual boundaries? What comes up for you? Discuss having respect for others' boundaries.