Boundaries?
This is when we give a someone personal space and we respect them even if they don't want to talk or interact with you.
Boundaries
What are some things that you can say to a good friend when you are hanging out?
Compliment them; give words of encouragement; ask them what they need(hug, listening ear, watch youtube together, etc.); tell them how you feel happy to be around them
These are people that you share common interests, generally trust, can share feelings, vent to when needed, etc.
This is a friend.
You only notice this person when you're walking past them in Walmart and don't recognize them. Who am I?
A stranger
A close friend asks you to a movie this weekend. You already made plans to spend time with your cousins and aunt. What do you do?
You could tell your close friend that you have plans but would love to see a movie next weekend. You could also invite your friend along if it's okay with your parents, cousins and aunt.
Logan and Carlton are good friends. They have a lot of common interests but Carlton likes to text Logan multiple times during the school day and is angry when Logan doesn't respond. Is Carlton being a good friend? Why or why not?
No. He is violating the friendship rule of boundaries.
Which of the following would you not say to a friendly acquaintance: A. Hi! How was your weekend? B. What do you think about all of this rain? C. My parents got in a huge fight Saturday night.
C. My parents got in a huge fight Saturday night.
Who do we call people we really don't know but who seem to treat you poorly and make you feel bad?
Mean People or people to avoid
You see this student at school, smile and run up to one another and do your secret handshake. Who am I?
A close friend
Your friend asks you to steal two sodas from the convenience store because neither of you have money and you both are really thirsty. He says that he has done it before and has never been caught. You really do not want to steal the sodas but don't want to lose your friend. What would you do?
Explain to him that you do not feel comfortable stealing or simply say "No, I will not do that because it's wrong and I don't want consequences at home or charges if I'm caught." Tell him that both of you can find something to drink without having to steal it.
Your friend Honesty introduces you to one of her friends. You say hi to Honesty's friend and immediately give her a big hug; is this a good or bad idea?
Bad idea. You don't really know Honesty's friend yet. You probably want to get to know her better and make sure she wants a hug before hugging her.
Your best friend just got a haircut. You liked his hair better before the haircut. Should you tell him this?
No. It might hurt his feelings if you say this. You are better off saying his hair looks nice or saying nothing at all.
What do we call people who happen to walk by and smile and say hi to you as they keep going? A close friend or a friendly acquaintance?
This is a friendly acquaintance.
This is someone you ignore and avoid when you see them. Who is this?
A mean person.
You see your friend in your classroom with her head down crying quietly. What would you do?
Tell an adult or ask her if she is okay and if she would like to talk about it. If she says yes, be a good listener; if she says no, offer to have a staff member take her for a break
What should you always do before giving someone a hug?
Ask for their permission. You don't want to be a space invader!
You greet this person at school by saying, "Hi, how was your weekend?" Who is this?
This is a close friend.
What do we call people that might cross your path at the store, but you don't acknowledge when around them? Friends, acquaintances or strangers?
Strangers
You might ignore this person but could also make small talk in some situations. Who is this person?
This is a stranger. You only want to make small talk in some situations and if you're with an adult. One example would be is in a grocery store line.
It's raining and your friend does not have a way to get home because her parents are unable to pick her up. Your mom is about to pick you up. What would you do?
Ask your mom if she can drive your friend home and have the friend call their parent/guardian to ask permission. Better yet, have the adults talk to one another on the phone!
You have developed a crush for someone in your school. You really want them to notice you so you decide to follow them on social media and message them a lot even when they don't answer. Is this a good idea? Why or why not?
No, it is not a good idea. Following someone on social media and messaging them often can really upset the person. They are more likely to not want to even be your friend if you are "cyber stalking" them.
You give this person a hug when you see them and say "I love you." Who might this person be?
This is a close family member.
What do we call someone whom we are very close with and can share our feelings with?
A best friend or close friend
You make an effort to see this person and try to spend a lot of time with them or call them often. What is this person called?
A close friend
One of your friends says he is being bullied by someone else in the class. What would you do?
Tell him to go speak to a teacher, principal, tech or their clinician about it. They can help!