Creating Relationships &
Having Conversations
Having Conversations
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True or False:
Nonverbal communication often gives us more information than verbal communication.
True!
True or False: Healthy relationships improve our mental health, help relieve stress, and may even help us live longer.
True!
How can you tell if someone is flirting with you? Is flirting the same thing as being friendly?
Smiling a lot and blushing when talking with you, standing closer or leaning slightly toward you, standing in “open stance” (arms uncrossed, looking directly at you, relaxed), they start conversations with you, they enjoy talking to you, they ask you questions about yourself, etc.
What is the difference between a friend and an acquaintance?
A friend is someone we have a deeper bond with and have build trust with. An acquaintance is someone we know, but we may not know them very well or have a bond with them.
Having hobbies or ___________ interests can help us start conversations and build relationships.
We learned about Circles. We are the center Purple Circle, and the next circle closest to us is the Blue Big Hug Circle. Who would be in that Blue Circle?
Close family members, romantic partner, best friend, etc.
Give 2 examples of what behaviors might occur in a toxic or unhealthy relationship.
You feel pressure to do things you don't want to do, you do not trust the person, you do not feel safe with the person, you argue a lot, etc.
Pretend you are asking someone out on a date. What would you say? How would you ask them?
“Would you like to go out with me some time? I’d really like to get to know you better.”
What is a private space vs a public space? Can you give examples?
In public spaces, people can walk in on you, they can see you, and they can hear you. In a public space, someone cannot see you, hear you, or walk in on you.
List 2 good conversation starters, or topics that would be safe to talk about.
Any responses that would include the FORD method (hobbies, dreams, goals, occupation, family, nothing too personal)
How can you be respectful of personal space if you are on a date?
Give your date room, do not stand too close, do not sit directly next to them if they aren't comfortable with that, ask permission for physical contact, etc.
What are 3 green flags or signs that would show you are in a healthy relationship?
You feel safe, valued and respected with that person, you have open and honest communication, etc.
Pretend you asked someone out on a date and their answer was "maybe". How would you handle that? What would you do?
Give them space and time to think about it. Be respectful of their boundaries and wishes.
What is the difference between jealousy and insecurity? Can you define the two?
Jealousy is when we feel upset or afraid because we don’t have something someone else does, especially in our relationships (like affection, attention, or time).
Insecurity is when we feel unsure or worried about our worth, especially in relationships, thinking that we might not be good enough, or we could lose someone we care about.
List 3 places we can go to meet new people and make new friends.
School, clubs, hobby groups, the library, community center, etc.
What is consent? Can you give an example?
Consent means permission or agreement. It’s when someone says “yes” to something.
Dating abuse isn't always only physical violence. Name one other kind of abuse that can happen in a relationship.
When you are planning a date - what are some things you should think about or keep in mind?
The interests of you and your partner, where everyone would be comfortable, etc.
What is self-esteem? What can we do to improve our self-esteem?
Self-esteem is how we think and/or feel about ourselves.
We learned about the FORD method to make small talk. What does FORD stand for?
Family, Occupation, Recreation, Dreams
Yes!
Learning how to use "I" statements can help support healthy communication.
Turn this into an "I" statement:
You never listen to me when I'm talking to you! You don't even care about me!
I feel .....
When .....
Because I need ....
Is there a difference between dating and being in a committed relationship (moving from dating to partners)? How can you tell the difference?
Dating is usual more casual. A committed relationship is just that - it has more commitment to it. You have to have a conversation with your partner!
Give 2 examples of behaviors that are ok in a PRIVATE space but NOT ok in a PUBLIC space.
Personal hygiene (flossing, clipping your nails, etc.), bathing/showering, sexual activity, etc.