Gossip Control
If someone starts talking badly about another person, this is a good thing to do.
What is walk away, change the subject, or tell them thats not kind?
This is the best first step when a misunderstanding happens with a friend.
What is talk calmly and directly?
Posting mean comments online is called this.
What is cyberbullying?
A real friend does this when you succeed.
What is support or celebrate you?
This means believing in yourself even when others are negative.
What is confidence?
Repeating private information about someone can damage this.
What is trust?
Instead of sending rude texts when angry, you should do this first.
What is cool down or wait before responding?
This is something you should ask before posting a photo of someone else.
What is permission?
A fake friend might do this to get attention.
What is spread rumors or embarrass others?
This is setting limits about how others treat you.
What are boundaries?
If you hear gossip, this is the most responsible thing to ask yourself.
What is “Would I want someone saying this about me?”
Leaving someone out on purpose is an example of this behavior.
What is exclusion?
Screenshots can make online drama worse because messages can do this.
What is spread quickly?
Real friends solve problems by doing this instead of involving everyone else.
What is talking privately?
Comparing yourself to everyone online can hurt this.
What is self-esteem?
This phrase means stopping rumors before they spread further.
What is “Don’t pass it on”?
If two friends are upset, this skill helps both people feel heard.
What is active listening?
This is a clue that a social media post should probably NOT be shared.
What is if it’s hurtful, embarrassing, or mean?
A healthy friendship includes honesty, kindness, and this important quality.
What is respect?
This means liking who you are without needing everyone’s approval.
What is self-worth?
Gossip often grows because people add details that may not be this.
What is true?
Posting indirect mean comments online instead of speaking directly is often called this.
What is subtweeting or indirect drama?
Before posting, a good rule is to ask: “Is it true, helpful, kind, and _____?”
What is necessary?
A true friend respects your boundaries even if they feel this.
What is disappointed?
This skill helps you stay calm and avoid reacting emotionally during drama.
What is self-control or emotional regulation?