Healthy Relationships
Name one way someone can show respect in a relationship
Compliments, listening to what you have to say, respecting your interests even if they are different from your own...
Name one behavior that can make a relationship unhealthy
Looking through your phone without your permission
Name one emotion people often feel during conflict
Anxiety
Name one way to listen actively to someone
Give them eye contact when they are speaking
Name one personal boundary people might set
I don't want you to call me by that name
Describe what it looks like to set a healthy boundary
I did not like that, please don't do that again.
Describe a controlling behavior someone might show
Telling you how to dress
Give one healthy way to calm down when angry
Take deep breaths
Give an example of an “I” statement
I feel sad when you don't respond to my texts because it makes me feel like you don't want to talk to me. I would like for you to tell me when you are busy and won't be on your phone.
Give an example of saying no respectfully
No, I don't like that
Give an example of how to handle a disagreement calmly
I-statements!!!!
Give an example of emotional manipulation
Telling someone you will hurt yourself if they break up with you
Describe what stress can feel like in your body
Chest feels heavy or it's hard to breathe
Describe a respectful way to express disagreement
I see your point, but I have a different perspective on this... or I understand where you're coming from, but I have a different viewpoint
Describe why boundaries are important
Boundaries communicate what is and is not okay
Name one sign that a relationship feels emotionally safe
They call you names in front of your friends
Name one sign that someone doesn’t respect boundaries
They continue to do something after you have asked them to stop
Name one coping skill that helps during tough moments
Thinking of something positive
Name one barrier to good communication
Poor listening
Name one situation where boundaries might be challenged
At Gateway what is okay with you may not be okay with others
Explain why communication is important in relationships
Communication is a foundation of a relationship. Without communication, you won't be able to share your feelings and be treated how you deserve to be treated.
Explain why jealousy can become a problem
Jealousy can make us act in ways that are unhealthy such as telling someone who they can and cannot talk to
Explain why it’s okay to ask for help
It is always okay to ask for help because sometimes some else's perspective can change our own and how we behave
Explain how tone of voice can change a message
When you speak with an assertive tone, the person listening will better understand how serious you feel
Explain how self-respect affects relationships
Having self-respect may cause you to lose some friendships if they do not respect you. Or, you may strengthen your relationships by communicating your boundaries by firmly stating what you believe.