A. Plan Ahead
You do not ask if there is a theme. You dress up like your favorite anime character. Everyone loves anime like you do, right?
How does it make others feel?
Others might feel confused or unsure.
You want to wear your favorite shirt. You get it out of the dirty laundry, shake it out, and spray some air freshener on it.
How does it make others feel?
Grossed out, confused, unsure.
You tell the same joke 10 times. Your friends roll their eyes.
How does it make others feel?
Bored, Annoyed, Irritated, angry
You are dancing next to someone and mention how much you like this song. You ask them what bands they like to listen to.
How does it make others feel?
Happy, included, comfortable
You sit at a table with friends. You comment how cool all of the decorations look and how good the DJ is.
How does it make others feel?
Happy, comfortable
You want to go to the dance, but you promised your mom that you would watch your baby brother. You decide to bring him to the dance.
How does it make others feel?
Nervous, Scared, He is probably not allowed
You take the time to wash your hair and put on deodorant before the dance. You feel good and you're ready to go.
How does it make others feel?
Happy, comfortable
You ignore otheres and look at funny cat memes on your phone. You do not dance at all.
How does it make others feel?
confused, sad, angry, bummed out
Someone asks you to join the group to dance. You say "yes" but only talk about how you wish your other friend was there.
How does it make others feel?
Hurt, upset, annoyed,
Someone is dancing next to you and accidentally steps on your toes. They apologize and you say it's okay.
How does it make others feel?
Content, nervous, excited
Your parents ask if you are going to the school dance. You do not really want to, but are willing to try it once. They are proud you are being flexible and trying something new!
How does it make others feel?
Happy, proud, glad
You go to basketball practice. You do not have time to shower so you spray on TONS of deodorant.
How does it make others feel?
Grossed out, uncomfortable, confused
You laugh loudly at what others are wearing. Your friends get mad and say you are being mean.
How does it make others feel?
Upset, angry, uncomfortable, hurt
You are introduced to a new friend. You start telling them all about your rotten sandwich you found in your lunch.
How does it make others feel?
Disgusted, confused, unsure, uncomfortable
You are looking at someone's outfit. You stare too long and the person gets mad at you.
How does it make others feel?
Uncomfortable, upset, confused
You are nervous about the dance. You talk about it with your friends for weeks, even when they look bored and irritated.
How does it make others feel?
Upset, annoyed, bothered, irritated
You have a salad with tons of onions in it. You do not want to brush your teeth and your friends will not care.
How does it make others feel?
Uncomfortable, grossed out, disgusted
Everyone is taking a break from dancing to get water together. You ask your friends if they have seen the new superhero movie and if they liked it?
How does it make others feel?
Comfortable, happy, included
You are dancing a notice a girl in a wheelchair. You yell to your friend loudly what happened and why she can not walk?
How does it make others feel?
Uncomfortable, unsure, embarrassed
A group invites you to dance. You smile, dance, and start talking to them about the music. You thank them for inviting you to dance when you are done.
How does it make others feel?
Happy, comfortable, included, content
It is time to go to the dance! When your mom asks you when and where she needs to pick you up, you do not know. She is frowning and has her arms crossed.
How does it make others feel?
Upset, frustrated, angry
You check the mirror before you leave and notice you have something in your teeth. You have just enough time to brush your teeth before you leave.
How does it make others feel?
Happy, comfortable, content
You feel nervous about the dance. You take a break outside, take 5 breaths, and go back inside.
How does it make others feel?
Happy, Proud, Calm, Content
Some boys are using bad language when talking to others. You start using the same words when talking to your friends. Your friends end the conversation early.
How does it make others feel?
Uncomfortable, unsure, unsafe
Your favorite song comes on. You dance and have fun. The next song plays and you "boo" the DJ and tell them they are the worst.
How does it make others feel?
Uncomfortable, confused, upset, hurt