Boundaries are not about danger. They are about self-awareness and choice. Children who understand boundaries feel more confident, not more fearful. Focus on helping your child notice what feels comfortable and uncomfortable in their body, rather than teaching them to watch for “bad people.”
You can say, “Your body gives you signals. If something feels off, you’re allowed to listen to that feeling and speak up.” When boundaries are framed as self-trust, children learn that they don’t need a dramatic reason to say no.