Emotions
Name two basic emotions that are universally recognized and give one physical sign that might show when someone feels one of them.
Basic emotions: happiness, sadness, anger, fear, surprise, disgust. Example sign: smiling, tears, clenched jaw, raised brows.
Giving full attention to the speaker and responding thoughtfully.
What is active listening?
Your teacher expects you to complete your part of a group project, while your group members expect you to do most of the work. These different expectations create a disagreement.
What is causing the conflict?
What is different role expectations?
A relationship characteristic defined by constant jealousy, control, or put-downs.
What is unhealthy?
both give something up; example: split chores days
What is Compromise?
Communication without using words (body language, facial expressions, tone).
What is nonverbal?
A type of communication characterized by hiding true feelings, holding back opinions, and letting others make choices to avoid conflict.
What is passive communication?
Alex becomes angry when their friend doesn't invite them somewhere. Alex starts yelling, “You're a terrible friend! You never care about me!”
What type of conflict behavior is Alex demonstrating?
Hostile/aggressive behavior
What is a healthy relationship?
Trust, respect, communication, support, etc.
yielding to keep peace; puts the wants/needs of another before them to reduce conflicts
What is accommodation?
a feeling or response to something that happens.
What is an emotion?
Your friend says, “Fine. Do whatever you want,” while rolling their eyes. What type of communication is this?
Passive-aggressive.
Two friends disagree about where to eat. They listen to each other and find a solution they both accept. What conflict-resolution skill are they using?
What is compromise/problem-solving?
Setting limits about personal time or space
What is a boundary?
Two roommates disagree about how to spend their Saturday. One wants to clean the apartment, while the other wants to go shopping. They agree to clean for two hours in the morning and go shopping afterward.
What pattern of adjustment is this, AND what makes it different from concession?
Compromise. Both people give up part of what they wanted. In a concession, one person gives in, while in a compromise both people make adjustments
A student gets angry when someone cuts in front of them in line. They immediately yell and insult the person. What might happen if they do not manage their anger appropriately?
anger could escalate the situation, hurt the other person, damage the relationship, or create a conflict.
A person avoids saying what they really think because they are afraid of upsetting others. Which communication style is this?
What is passive?
A student expects their friend to help with homework because “friends are supposed to help each other.” What concept is being demonstrated
What is role expectation?
Healthy or Unhealthy? Supports?
Jordan notices their friend often cancels plans last-minute. Instead of getting angry, Jordan says, "I feel disappointed when plans change. Can we pick times that work better for you?" They agree on more reliable scheduling.
What is Healthy: I-statements, problem-solving, respect.
one-sided yielding without getting needs met after putting up a battle.
What is concession?
You are disappointed because you were not invited to a party. Instead of pretending you aren't upset or taking it out on someone else, you recognize that you are hurt and decide how to respond appropriately. Why is recognizing your emotions important?
Recognizing emotions helps you understand what you are feeling and choose an appropriate response instead of reacting automatically.
Someone says, “I understand that you disagree, but I still feel this is the best choice for me.” What communication style is being demonstrated?
What is assertive?
This allows people to express thoughts and feelings in open and honest ways.
What is "I" Message?
A relationship between two or more people who interact with one another.
What is an interpersonal relationship?
A person repeatedly responds to disagreements with anger, insults, and threats. Which adjustment pattern does this describe?
What is hostile?