Rumors
What's one reason people spread rumors?
Attention, insecurity, drama. What else?
What’s the first step when you feel heated in conflict?
Pause before reacting
What does resilience mean?
Bouncing back from challenges
What’s the first step in emotional intelligence?
Recognizing your emotions
What’s a common source of campus rumors?
Dating, dorm gossip, or misunderstandings with staff
What activity shows how rumors change as they spread?
Telephone
What type of statement avoids blame?
An 'I' statement
Name one way to build resilience.
Reframing negative thoughts / learning from setbacks
What’s one way to manage strong feelings?
Take deep breaths, count to 10, or walk away
What’s one conflict students face in dorm life?
Roommate disagreements
What’s a healthy way to respond to a rumor about you?
Stay calm, clarify facts, and avoid fueling it
What’s one benefit of listening actively in conflict?
It reduces misunderstandings
What activity involved mapping past challenges?
Resilience Mapping activity
Why is reading others’ emotions important?
It improves communication and relationships
Why is handling rumors/conflict important in Job Corps?
It prepares you for the workplace and adult life
How do rumors impact trust?
They damage relationships and create division
What’s better: reacting emotionally or responding calmly?
Responding calmly
Why is resilience like a muscle?
It grows stronger with practice
What activity asked you to reflect on reacting too fast?
Emotion Check-In activity
Who can you reach out to for support on campus?
Staff, peers, or counseling resources
What should you do if you hear a rumor?
Check facts before reacting or spreading it
Give one Job Corps example of a conflict scenario.
Roommate issue, dating rumor, disagreement with staff
What helps during tough times?
Support system, positive coping, long-term goals
What’s the difference between reacting and responding?
Reacting is quick/emotional; responding is thoughtful
What’s one strategy to stay focused on goals?
Ignore drama and focus on graduation/career goals