Saying Sorry/Body Language
Passive/Aggressive Communication
Assertive Communication
I Statements
Fighting Fair Rules
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What is body language?
Communication via the movements or attitudes of the body.
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What are aggressive communicators like?
Aggressive communicators violate the rights of others when expressing their own feelings and needs.
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What are assertive communicators like?
Assertive communicators express their feelings and needs in a way that respects the right of others.
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What are 'I Statements'?
'I Statements' are a way for people to tell others when you are bothered by something they are doing without getting into an argument.
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Give an example of one of the 'Rules for Fighting Fair'. Why do you think it is important?
Depends on the individual
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What are the 4 steps for saying "sorry"?
1. I'm sorry for... 2. This is wrong because... 3. In the future, I will... 4. Will you forgive me?
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What are passive communicators like?
Passive communicators do not express their needs or feelings and often do not respond to hurtful situations, instead allowing themselves to be taken advantage of or to be treated unfairly.
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What is one trait of assertive communication?
Listens without interrupting Clearly states needs and wants Stands up for personal rights Good eye contact
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What is one advantage to using 'I Statements'?
Lets others know what you want Avoids arguments and reduces misunderstandings Allows you to state how you feel about their behavior Results in better cooperation from others
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Give an example of one of the 'Rules for Fighting Fair'. Why do you think it is important?
Depends on the individual.
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How does body language occur?
Body language occurs in clusters or groupings of signals
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What is one trait of passive communication?
Poor eye contact Allows others to infringe upon their rights Soft spoken Allows others to take advantage
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Give an example of what assertive communication looks like.
Depends on the individual.
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How do you use 'I Statements'?
1. Say how you feel about the behavior 2. Name the specific behavior that bothers you 3. Suggest what you want to see happen next time 4. (optional) Warn of a specific consequence if the behavior continues
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Give an example of one of the 'Rules for Fighting Fair'. Why do you think it is important?
Depends on the individual.
400
Try to pass along a basic message to a partner using body language only.
Depends on the individual.
400
What is one trait of aggressive communication?
Use of criticism, humiliation, and domination Frequent interruptions and failure to listen to others Easily frustrated Speaking in a loud or overbearing manner
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Give an example of what aggressive communication looks like.
Depends on the individual.
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Give an 'I Statement' that can be used in this scenario: You live with a friend who stays out all night and gets home very late without letting you know where they are or if they are okay. This makes you feel very worried and keeps you from sleeping.
Depends on the individual.
400
Role play an argument with a team member where you use one of the 'Rules for Fighting Fair'.
Depends on the individual.
500
Give an apology using the 4 steps for saying sorry for the following scenario: You need money for lunch at school and take some out of your parent's wallet without asking them. Your parents finds out and is angry about it.
Depends on the individual.
500
Give an example of what passive communication looks like.
Depends on individual
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What type of communicator are you? Explain why you think that.
Depends on the individual.
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Give an 'I Statement' that can be used in this scenario: You see someone you care about at a get together. They have been drinking heavily all night, and you see them drive themselves home. You know this person has gotten into a car accident before because they were drinking and driving. The next day this person comes over to your house.
Depends on the individual.
500
Role play an argument with a team member where you use one of the 'Rules for Fighting Fair'.
Depends on the individual.
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