What Helps Me Feel Safe - Trust Building Worksheet

πŸ›‘οΈ What Helps Me Feel Safe

Exploring emotional, sensory, and behavioral trust signals in your relationship

Partner 1

πŸ’š Emotional Safety Signals

Predictable Routines

Knowing what to expect reduces anxiety and builds trust

Clear Communication

Direct, honest language without hidden meanings

Emotional Consistency

Stable mood and reactions help me feel secure

Respect for Boundaries

Honoring my limits without pushing or questioning

Acceptance of Differences

Not trying to change my autistic traits

Validation

Acknowledging my experiences as valid and real

🎯 Sensory Safety Needs

Environmental Comfort

Examples: Lighting levels, noise control, temperature, textures, scents

Physical Space

Examples: Personal space, touch preferences, movement needs

πŸ”„ Behavioral Trust Patterns

Following Through

Doing what you say you'll do, when you say you'll do it

Gentle Corrections

Addressing issues kindly without criticism or shame

Patient Response

Not rushing me when I need time to process

Accommodation Offers

Proactively suggesting adjustments for my comfort

βš–οΈ My Safety Scale

Rate how safe you generally feel in your relationship:

1
Very Unsafe
2
Somewhat Unsafe
3
Neutral
4
Mostly Safe
5
Very Safe

⚠️ Trust Repair

When trust is broken, I need:

πŸ’¬ Trust-Building Communication

Partner 2

πŸ’š Emotional Safety Signals

Predictable Routines

Knowing what to expect reduces anxiety and builds trust

Clear Communication

Direct, honest language without hidden meanings

Emotional Consistency

Stable mood and reactions help me feel secure

Respect for Boundaries

Honoring my limits without pushing or questioning

Acceptance of Differences

Not trying to change my autistic traits

Validation

Acknowledging my experiences as valid and real

🎯 Sensory Safety Needs

Environmental Comfort

Examples: Lighting levels, noise control, temperature, textures, scents

Physical Space

Examples: Personal space, touch preferences, movement needs

πŸ”„ Behavioral Trust Patterns

Following Through

Doing what you say you'll do, when you say you'll do it

Gentle Corrections

Addressing issues kindly without criticism or shame

Patient Response

Not rushing me when I need time to process

Accommodation Offers

Proactively suggesting adjustments for my comfort

βš–οΈ My Safety Scale

Rate how safe you generally feel in your relationship:

1
Very Unsafe
2
Somewhat Unsafe
3
Neutral
4
Mostly Safe
5
Very Safe

⚠️ Trust Repair

When trust is broken, I need:

πŸ’¬ Trust-Building Communication

Together Our Trust Building Plan

🌱 Daily Trust Builders

🚨 Trust Alert System

πŸ”„ Trust Maintenance

🎯 Trust Goals

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