Empathy
What is empathy?
Think about what someone else is thinking and feeling.
What is perspective taking?
Seeing a situation from someone else's viewpoint
What is a social filter?
Is thinking before you say or do anything.
Please DEFINE an expected behavior (not an example-- define)
These are behaviors that socially everyone is supposed to follow.
What is non-verbal communication?
postures, facial expressions, eye gaze, gestures, and tone of voice
Why is empathy important?
It shows you can see another persons perspective
How is viewing a situation from someone else's perspective helpful?
You will be open to other people's feelings and thoughts
When should you use a social filter?
everyday!
Please DEFINE unexpected behaviors. (not examples, define)
Unexpected Behaviors are behaviors people do that are not socially accepted by others and we are not supposed to do.
What does tone of voice mean?
the way you say something
How can you show empathy toward others?
Listen, affirm, reflect back, ask questions, ask open ended questions, non-verbals
Practice active listening, share joys of others, look for commonalities
Josh and Luke have been friends since 5yo, they are now 15. Recently, Luke has been finding Josh quite frustrating to spend time with. Little things that Josh does are becoming quite annoying for Luke. Luke has just snapped at Josh over something small. What are Luke and Josh both thinking/feeling?
Josh- confused on why Luke snapped at him
Luke- annoyed that Josh is doing certain things that annoy him
True or False.
We are always having thoughts about others.
True
What are 2 example of an expected behavior?
Answers will vary.
What are some ways you show someone you are actively listening to them?
- eye contact, nodding, asking questions, summarizing, facing the speaker etc
What are some things that DO NOT show empathy?
Interrupting, sarcasm, tone of voice, sharing yoru own story rather than similar story
What is a sentence starter you can use to respectfully share your thoughts and opinion with others?
-In my opinion…
-I’d like to point out…
-I think…
-I’d say…
-My view is…
-May I suggest…
-I disagree because..
True or False
You are using your social filter when....
While at a funeral, you see you friend and yell, "How ya doing bro?"
FALSE- yelling at a funeral is unexpected
What are 2 examples of unexpected behaviors?
Answers will vary.
You are at lunch and someone is making fun of you in front of your lunch table. How would you feel and how would you communicate this to this person?
Embarrassed.
Could say... It bugs me when, you make fun of me.
Share about a time you felt one of these emotions: angry, jealous, worried
What are two different perspectives on whether students should wear school uniforms?
Varies-- provide 2 sides of this argument
What are 2 things you should think about before saying something?
Location
Who you are with
What kind of thoughts do others have about you if you are participating in expected behaviors?
positive, good thoughts
What are some ways you can communicate with a teacher if you are upset, frustrated or need help?
go guardian, email, 1:1 before or after class, raise your hand and wait to be called on etc.