Traffic Signs for Positive Change
This traffic sign focuses on stopping a harmful behavior before momentum builds.
What is STOP – Before it’s too late?
Both passive and aggressive communication can damage this.
What is self-esteem or relationships?
Assertive communication respects the needs of _____ and others.
What is yourself?
Being truthful and free from deception builds this part of trust.
What is honesty?
This therapy model connects thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
What is CBT?
According to CBT, stopping is most effective when paired with this.
What is choosing a clear replacement action?
This communication style violates your own rights.
What is passive communication?
Assertive communication often uses these statements.
What are “I” statements?
Doing what you say you’ll do builds this.
What is consistency?
These guide behavior more deeply than emotions in the moment.
What are values?
This sign represents committing to a values-based direction with no turning back.
What is ONE WAY – Forward, no turning back?
This communication style violates the rights of others.
What is aggressive communication?
Name one verbal characteristic of assertive communication.
What is a calm, clear, respectful tone?
Faithfulness to people and commitments builds this.
What is loyalty?
In CBT, changing this can change how we feel and act.
What are thoughts?
This traffic sign reminds us that changing direction early is a sign of wisdom, not failure.
What is a U-TURN – Turn around and get out?
Name one shared long-term cost of passive or aggressive communication.
What is resentment, damaged relationships, or low self-esteem?
Name one non-verbal assertive behavior.
What is open posture, steady eye contact, or receptive listening?
Open exchange of thoughts and feelings builds trust through this.
What is communication?
Acting in line with values, even when uncomfortable, is an example of this.
What is values based behavior?
This sign teaches pausing, patience, and choosing reason over emotion to reduce impulsive reactions.
What is YIELD – Wait, show patience, follow reason rather than emotion?
Both styles are often driven by this common underlying need.
What is self-protection or fear?
One “price” of assertive communication.
What is discomfort, fear of change, or pushback from others?
Which communication style best protects trust — and why?
What is assertive communication because it is honest, respectful, and clear?
How do values help when emotions are intense?
What is they guide choices even when feelings are strong?