How to set a boundary politely
Say what you need clearly, kindly and firmly.
Free to start. Works on Android, in Chrome and on the web.
- Partner
- Family
- Friend
- Roommate
- Coworker
- Boss
- Gentle
- Clear
- Firm
- Text
- Say in person
How it works
Say what you need
What's happening and what you want instead, like calls only in the evenings.
Choose the firmness
Gentle, Clear or Firm. Pick who it's for and whether it's a text, an email or said in person.
Adjust and send
Tap Kinder, Firmer or Less explaining, then send it or say it.
An example
mom calls me during work almost every day and gets upset when i dont pick up i love talking to her but need it to be evenings only
Hi Mom, I love our talks and I don't want them to stop. During the workday, though, I can't pick up, and I know it's upsetting when I don't answer. Could we keep our calls to the evenings? I'll be able to actually talk then, and you'll have my full attention.
Then make it yours
- Kinder
- Firmer
- Less explaining
- Shorter
- Try again
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Questions, answered
Is it free?
Yes. The free plan gives you AI help every day, and Pro gives you about 10,000 AI actions a month. You sign in with Google or a code we email you, so your work follows you to every device.
Will it sound like AI?
It states your need once, clearly, without a long justification or therapy words. It stays kind to the other person and only uses what you told it.
Can I use it on my phone?
Yes. Install the Preener keyboard for Android and open Set a boundary from the keyboard in any app. Your account also works in Chrome and on the web.