Communication
What is communication?
- The exchange of information.
- How we express ourselves to other people.
- Talking, gesturing, showing
What is conflict?
Conflict is a disagreement, problem, or argument.
What is friendship?
A relationship between friends.
What does it mean to feel respected?
- To feel like someone is listening to or valuing us.
- To feel good; feel happy.
- To feel appreciated.
What is a coping skill?
A coping skill is something we use to help us calm down or regulate after we have an unsettling feeling (ie: sad, anger, embarrassment).
Please give an example of a time that you felt misunderstood or upset and did not communicate well.
Thank you for sharing!
What can cause conflict?
- Feeling disrespected
- Not being kind
- Arguments/Fights
- Not agreeing with something
Do friends have to share all the same interests?
No. Friends do not have to share the same likes or interests. We are all different, that is what makes friendships unique!
What does it feel like to be disrespected? What are some ways we can disrespect others?
- Feels sad; hurtful; unfair; rude; unappreciated.
- We can disrespect others by: talking over them, bullying them, fighting, saying curse words, not listening, not following rules when asked, stealing.
Does the same coping skills work for everyone?
No! We are all different, so what works for someone else may not work for us.
Describe effective/good communication.
- Clear
- Kind
- Open
How can conflict be resolved in a healthy manner?
- Talking to eachother with respect
- Talk to an adult (parent, school counselor, military counselor)
- Take a break away from eachother
- Trying to understand the other person's perspective / point of view
- Rock, Paper, Scissors
What do you value most about friendship?
Answer varies.
What are some ways to show respect to others?
Kind greetings, taking turns, smiling at peers, helping others, using our manners, treat others the way we would want to be treated
Name at least 2 healthy coping skills.
- Journaling
- Deep breathing
- Going for a walk
- Playing Sports
- Yoga; Meditation
- Coloring
- Talking to friends/adults
- Taking a nap or break
How important is listening in communication?
Very important! When we listen well we are able to understand people better. It helps us respond appropriately.
Is conflict always negative/bad?
No. Conflict can be helpful as long as we treat other people well. We can disagree with each other, but we should not treat other people bad.
What are character traits that make a good friend?
- Good listener
- Caring / Kind
- Encourage you
- Help you/others
- Make you feel good about yourself
Give an example of a time you showed respect to someone.
*Share a personal story
- Helping others, being a upstander and not a bystander, opening the door, listening to them, using our manners
What is an unhealthy coping skill?
- Yelling
- Fighting
- Internalizing / Holding our feelings inside
- Hurting ourself or others
Can you get someone on the other team to understand what you mean or feel without using words?
Good Job! This is nonverbal communication
How do YOU handle conflict?
*Personal story
If you hurt the feelings of a friend, how can you start to try to make it better?
- say sorry
- explain more about why
- try hard to do something different next time
-be honest with the friend and ask for another chance
How important is respect in our lives?
Respect is very important. It is a kind gesture and manner of treating other people. Everyone should try to show respect to each other.
Who can you talk to when you need support to feel better?
- Parent
- Family member
- Teacher
- School Counselor; Therapist
- A good friend