Types of Healthy Relationships
We talked about two types of relationships.
With _____ and ________
What is yourself and others?
This form of verbal communication is one we learn from a very young age and comes in many languages.
What is Talking
Who decides what is right for you?
YOU do!
Thumbs up or thumbs down: Speaking up about what we like and don't like.
Thumbs up!
What type of relationship is it when you say hello to someone you see every day but don't really know? The conversations are kept surface level maybe commenting about the weather or the local sports team and don't go too deep.
What is Casual or Informal
Some ingredient of a healthy relationship are:
What is caring, trust, respect, affection, boundaries, self-care, managing feelings
This style of communication is loud and demanding. It gives the speaker a sense of control, releases feelings at the others expense, and leaves people feeling afraid.
What is Aggressive
This type of boundary are for things you are not willing to tolerate or compromise on under any circumstance.
What is a Big Boundary
Thumbs up or thumbs down: We work out problems together.
Thumbs up!
What are some ways to take care of yourself?
Art, excercise, call a friend, music, journal your feelings, breathe, do a project, play a game
You can have lots of different relationships. Name some of them.
Friends, family, work, romantic, team mates, health, supporters, many more!
This style of communication apologizes a lot, doesn't share their feelings, and lets other people make decisions for them. It hides the true self from others, issues are not understood or resolved leaving the person unhappy, anxious, and disappointed.
What is Passive
In this tip for respecting boundaries, you are expected to __________ to the other person and really seek to understand them.
What is Listen
Thumbs Up or Thumbs down: letting others make our decisions.
Thumbs down!
Which of the following is not a healthy relationship quality: isolated, sense of belonging, companionship, or openness?
What is Isolated
Speaking with confidence, apologizing if you make a mistake, and listening to others with respect. This is called good __________
What is communication?
This communication style confuses and manipulates others by combining two other styles of communication to make hurtful comments and hide the truth. It can often be mistaken for sarcasm. It allows the person to insult others but call it a joke, issues and conflicts don not get resolved, and people learn not to trust what this person says.
What is Passive-Aggressive
True or false: Respect the person's body language. If someone is stepping away from you, you might be standing too close.
True
Thumbs up or thumbs down: angry outbursts
Thumbs down!
True or False: No support, lack or guidance, lonely, feeling disconnected and cut off, and no honest feedback are all qualities of a healthy relationship.
Relationships are better when you allow others to see the real you. Being ____ about your qualities, positive and negative, builds trust.
What is open and honest
This style of communication respectfully expresses thoughts and feelings. It is direct and honest, not hostile or passive. It confidently stands up for itself without violating the rights or feelings of others.
When communicating about a boundary you have, use simple, assertive language to communicate your boundary. Sometimes a simple ____ is sufficient.
What is No
___________ _________ helps you change and grow in positive ways, shows respect for the other person and improves the quality of the relationship.
What is Honest Feedback
What are the three elements to practice in order to have effective communication?
What is Talking, Listening, and Body Language