Turn it around
Turn the following into an "I" statement:
There is so much laundry, I don't want to do it!
I feel_______
When you __________
Because ________
I need you to ___________
What is the first component of an "I" statement?
I feel _________
Your sibling grabbed the TV remote out of your hand and changed the channel without asking! You should tell them that it makes you upset and that's it.
True or False?
False
How do "I" statements improve communication?
They tell someone how you feel and what you need from them
They are focused on feelings and do not blame anyone
They are not threatening
They prevent arguments
Turn the following into an "I" statement:
Marcus called me a cheater, but I didn't cheat
I feel _________
When you_________
Because__________
I need you to _________
What is the third component of an "I" statement?
Because ____________
Your Mom yelled at you to clean your room and it made you upset. You should say "I don't want to clean my room!"
True or False
False
Who should use "I" statements?
EVERYONE
Me
My family
My siblings
Turn the following into an "I" statement
Don't yell at me it makes me want to hit you in the face
I feel ___________
When you __________
Because ____________
I need you to ____________
What is the last component of an "I" statement?
I need you to _____________
You have a homework assignment that is too hard for you to complete on your own. You should let yourself feel frustrated, go to your room and take a break, take some deep breaths, and try again later.
True or False?
True
When is the best time to use an "I" statement?
When you feel angry/upset
Turn the following into an "I" statement
Ouch that hurts!
I feel ____________
When you ___________
Because ______________
I need you to ___________
What is the second component of an "I" statement?
When you __________
You and your cousin are playing a game and she keeps cheating. You tell her how it makes you feel and what you need from her. She still continues to cheat, so you tell her that you do not want to play anymore unless she plays fairly. She still does not listen so you suggest a new game to play. You did the right thing.
True or False?
True
Where is the best place to use an "I" statement?
At home/school/anywhere!
Turn the following into an "I" statement
You are the worst sister ever, you never leave me alone
I feel ____________
When you ____________
Because ______________
I need you to ________________
What is the whole "I" statement formula?
I feel ___________
When you ___________
Because _________________
I need you to _____________
Marvin ran into you in the hallway at school. You ignore them and hope they will stop. They ran into you again so you said "Hey, stop that!" Then you said to the teacher "Marvin keeps running into me!" You did the right thing.
True or False
False
If someone asked you what an "I" statement was, what would you say?
It's a way to tell people how I feel and what I need from them so that they will listen better. It's a way to communicate more effectively instead of yelling, whining, screaming, or yelling.