What might they be feeling?
Your friend is sitting alone at lunch. What are two things they might be feeling?
Sad, lonely, excluded, angry, tired, etc.
You text your friend, but they don't respond. What are three possible reasons they might not have answered?
They're busy, their phone is dead, they're sleeping, they're angry, they're tired, etc.
Your friend wasn't invited to a party and is upset. What could you say to show empathy?
"I'm sorry you're going through this", "that sounds really upsetting", "I'm here for you", etc.
A student gives a wrong answer in class and people laugh. What might the student be thinking or feeling?
Someone doesn't say hello to you in the hallway. What are some possible explanations besides "they are mad at me"?
They didn't see you, they are too tired, they are in a hurry, etc.
Two students are arguing because they both believe they are right. What could they do to understand each others' perspectives?
Practice active listening, pause and calm down before engaging in conversation, agree to disagree, etc.