Decision Making
The results of a choice or actions; can be positive or negative.
Consequences
Statements using the word "I" that can be used to express clearly and assertively what one feels or thinks.
I-Statements
A choice that's well thought out based on potential consequences, leading to positive consequences.
Wise Choice
To depart or take action to get away from.
Leave
Being sure of oneself
Confidence
A gamble, a danger or an uncertainty; the possibility of something going wrong.
Risk
Acting in a forceful way with little consideration toward others.
Aggressive
The three key steps to resolving conflicts respectfully
Listen, Stay Calm, and Find a Solution
To communicate NO to an offer.
Refuse
Beliefs or practices a person considers important.
Values
The specific aim or purpose that guides one's efforts
Goal
Communicating limits based on a person's level of comfort in a given situation.
Setting Boundaries
When people conclude that they have differing opinions and can respectfully move on without agreeing.
"agree to disagree"
To give a reason or reasons for something
Explain
When peers urge a person to do something they do not want to do
Peer Pressure
The range of opportunities or choices available; possible decisions a person can make.
Options
Body Language or gestures that signal what a person feels or thinks.
Nonverbal Cues
Using eye contact, nodding, and open posture to show you are engaged
What are ways to demonstrate you're actively listening?
Behaviors a person does or plans to do to physically keep away from a situation they do not want to be involved in.
Avoid
A person's internal reactions to people or things that affect their mood.
Feelings/Emotions
A choice that carries serious or long lasting consequences.
Critical Decision
Acting in a way that clearly communicates confidence in one's decisions while being respectful of others.
Assertive
The group of people a person can potentially go to advice, help. encouragement, and guidance.
Support Network
An abbreviation formed from the initial letters of other words and pronounced as a word
Acronym
Making one's own decisions; involves putting one's mind to something and sticking to a choice or course of actions.
Self-Determination