Conversation Skills
What is one way to show someone you are listening?
Making eye contact, nodding, or asking questions
What is social anxiety?
Feeling intense worry or fear about social situations or being judged.
What are social cues?
Signs that help us understand what others are thinking or feeling.
Name one quality of a healthy friend.
Kindness, honesty, respect, trust, or support.
What does self-acceptance mean?
Accepting yourself, including your strengths and imperfections.
What is a good way to start a conversation with someone new?
Say hello, introduce yourself, or ask a question
Name one physical sign of anxiety.
Racing heart, sweating, shaking, stomachaches, or feeling tense
Name one type of nonverbal communication.
Facial expressions, body language, eye contact, or tone of voice.
What does it mean to set a boundary?
Communicating what you are comfortable and uncomfortable with.
True or False: You have to be liked by everyone to be valuable.
False
Why is asking follow-up questions important during a conversation?
It shows interest and helps keep the conversation going
True or False: A thought is always a fact.
False, thoughts are ideas, not always reality
Your friend gives short answers and looks away. What are some possible reasons?
They may be tired, distracted, uncomfortable, or not ready to talk.
Your friend hurts your feelings. What is a healthy way to handle it?
Calmly explain how you feel and discuss what happened.
Why do people sometimes hide who they really are?
They may fear judgment, rejection, or not fitting in.
Someone is telling you about a problem they are having. What is a helpful response?
Listen, show empathy, and ask how you can support
Change this anxious thought: “Everyone will think I’m weird.”
“I don’t know what others are thinking. I can be myself.”
What does “reading the room” mean?
Paying attention to the situation and how others are reacting.
What is the difference between being passive and assertive?
Passive means not expressing your needs; assertive means expressing yourself respectfully.
What is the difference between fitting in and belonging?
Fitting in means changing yourself to be accepted; belonging means being accepted as yourself.
Your friend talks a lot and never asks about you. What communication skill could improve the conversation?
Taking turns and practicing balanced conversations
Why can avoiding social situations make anxiety stronger over time?
Avoidance prevents you from learning that you can handle the situation.
Someone is quiet in a group. Does it always mean they are upset? Explain.
No. They may be shy, thinking, tired, or comfortable listening.
Your friends want you to do something you are uncomfortable with. What skill can help?
Saying no, setting boundaries, and making your own choices.
Someone compares themselves to others and feels “not good enough.” What is a healthier way to think?
Focus on personal strengths, progress, and what makes them unique.