Consequence Clarity
Tool • Gate: Women’s Mental Health
Consequence Clarity
Purpose / Reason
State what happens when a boundary is crossed—calmly, consistently.
Answer to: “How do I set healthy boundaries?” How to Apply
1) Write: ‘If X happens again, I will Y.’ Keep Y under your control (e.g., reschedule, leave, pause chat).
2) Share it once; follow through the next time X occurs.
3) Review weekly; tighten or relax as needed. How & Why It Works
• Predictability reduces conflict and escalations.
• Consistency builds credibility; people learn your new baseline. Results & Goals
• Fewer repeated boundary violations within 2–3 weeks.
• Shorter arguments; faster de‑escalation.
• Increased sense of safety and autonomy. References
State what happens when a boundary is crossed—calmly, consistently.
Answer to: “How do I set healthy boundaries?” How to Apply
1) Write: ‘If X happens again, I will Y.’ Keep Y under your control (e.g., reschedule, leave, pause chat).
2) Share it once; follow through the next time X occurs.
3) Review weekly; tighten or relax as needed. How & Why It Works
• Predictability reduces conflict and escalations.
• Consistency builds credibility; people learn your new baseline. Results & Goals
• Fewer repeated boundary violations within 2–3 weeks.
• Shorter arguments; faster de‑escalation.
• Increased sense of safety and autonomy. References