Independent Living
Name one thing you should do every day to take care of your personal hygiene.
Brush your teeth, shower, wash your face, use deodorant, etc.
Name one healthy thing you can do when you're feeling stressed.
Take a walk, breathe deeply, listen to music, talk to someone, etc.
What is one way to show someone you are listening?
Eye contact when appropriate, facing them, nodding, responding, not interrupting or speaking over them, etc.
Name one quality of a good friend.
Trustworthy, respectful, supportive, honest, kind, etc.
What is the first thing you should do when you have a problem?
Identify/understand what the problem is.
What is one reason it is helpful to keep your living space clean?
Reduce stress, improve organization, comfort
True or false: There is scientific evidence that taking a few slow, deep breaths can calm you down.
True.
If you don't understand what someone said, what can you do?
Ask them to repeat themselves or explain it.
True or false: Healthy relationships require boundaries.
True.
You forgot to set your alarm and woke up late. What is one thing you could do to handle the situation?
Get ready as quickly as you can, call someone for help, arrange transportation, contact someone if you're going to be late, set an alarm for the next day so it doesn't happen again
You have an appointment tomorrow morning. What could you do tonight to prepare?
Set an alarm, prepare clothes, arrange transportation, gather correct paperwork
You're having a frustrating day. Name two healthy ways you could cope.
Sit somewhere quiet, listen to calming music, dance, go outside for fresh air, take a walk, read, talk to family/friend, write in a journal, ask for help, get enough sleep, take medication, etc.
What does it mean to communicate assertively?
Expressing your needs, feelings, or opinions respectfully and clearly.
What is a boundary?
A limit or guideline about what you are comfortable with or how you expect to be treated.
You have an appointment tomorrow, but you don't know how you are going to get there. What are two things you could do?
Name two things you might need to buy at a grocery store for a healthy meal.
Protein, vegetables, fruit, grains/starches
What is one reason it can be helpful to talk with someone you trust when you are struggling?
Support, perspective, problem-solving, emotional connection, etc.
Someone interrupts you while you are talking. What is an appropriate response?
Politely ask to finish, wait and return to your point, or calmly address it.
A friend asks you to do something you don't want to do. What is one respectful way you can say no?
You have three things to do today but only enough time for two. What could you do?
Prioritize, determine what is most urgent, reschedule something, ask for help, etc.
You have several chores to do but don't know where to start. What could you do?
Make a list, prioritize, break tasks into smaller steps, use a time, ask for help, etc.
You are becoming increasingly upset during an argument. What is one thing you could do before the situation gets worse?
Take a break, use a coping skill, walk away appropriately, ask to continue later, seek support, etc.
What is the difference between assertive and aggressive?
Assertiveness communicates needs respectfully; aggression involves hostile, threatening, or disrespectful behavior.
Someone becomes angry because you said "no" to something. Does their anger automatically mean you did something wrong?
No. People can be upset about a boundary while the boundary can still be appropriate.
A problem seems too big to solve all at once. What strategy could make it easier?
Break it into smaller steps and address one step at a time.