How do they feel?
Mary is talking to someone she likes. The person smiles while she is talking, makes eye contact, and asks her questions about herself. What could this person be communicating through this kind of behavior?
They might be interested in getting to know Sarah or that they enjoy talking to her
You have a date planned for Friday night. Name three things you should figure out before the date so you're prepared.
Know the time and location, plan transportation, check the cost, and decide what you may need to bring.
You are on a date with someone for the first time. What is a good question you could ask to get to know them?
"What do you like to do for fun?" or "What are some of your favorite hobbies?"
John asks a girl on a date. She says, “I appreciate you asking, but I’m not interested in dating right now.”
How might John feel, and how should he respond?
John might feel disappointed, but he should respect her answer and not pressure her
You planned to go to an outdoor concert with someone you're dating, but it starts raining and the concert is canceled. Your date is disappointed. What could you do to adjust your plans while considering both people's preferences?
Acknowledge the disappointment, suggest alternative activities such as getting dinner or watching a movie, and ask what your date would prefer.
Your date tells you that they love watching movies. What could you say or ask to keep the conversation going?
"What's your favorite movie?" or "What kind of movies do you like?"
Erica is texting someone she likes. She sends several messages, but the person does not respond for a few hours. She is upset and feels ignored.
What are two possible reasons the person she is texting is not responding?
They are busy doing something or they are having a bad day
Think about your week..... You have a big exam on Monday, plans with friends on Saturday, and someone you're dating wants to spend the entire Sunday together. You want to do all three, but you still need several hours to study. How could you manage these competing responsibilities?
Identify priorities, estimate how much study time you need, create a realistic schedule, and communicate your availability. You could suggest a shorter Sunday date or another day without ignoring your responsibilities.
You are excited about your favorite video game and have been talking about it for several minutes. Your date has not had a chance to talk. What should you do?
Pause and give your date a chance to speak. You could ask, "What do you like to do?"
Jason is on a date with a girl. He wants to hold her hand, but she keeps moving her hand away and changing the subject.
What might her behavior mean, what should Jason do?
She may feel uncomfortable holding hands, so Jason should respect her space and stop trying without making sure she is comfortable
You made plans to go on a date Saturday evening, but you forgot that you already agreed to help a friend with something important at the same time. Both people are counting on you. How would you handle this situation while respecting everyone's time and feelings?
Recognize the scheduling conflict, consider which commitment was made first and whether either can be adjusted, and communicate with both people as soon as possible. Take responsibility for the mistake, apologize if needed, and work toward a solution without making promises you cannot keep.
Your date says, "I had a really busy day at work today." What is a kind and appropriate response?
"That sounds exhausting! What happened?" or "I hope you get some time to relax."
Taylor and Morgan are having an argument. Taylor wants to talk about the problem immediately, but Morgan is quiet and asks for time to calm down. Taylor feels ignored.
How could the two be viewing the situation differently? How could they resolve the problem in a healthy way?
Taylor wants to talk and immediately resolve the situation, and Morgan wants to process the conversation before responding. They could both agree to take a break from talking and come back to the conversation later.
You've been dating someone for a few weeks. You planned a special dinner for their birthday, but the restaurant lost your reservation. Your date is upset, you feel stressed, and nearby restaurants are crowded. Walk through how you would handle this situation while managing your emotions, solving the problem, and communicating with your date.
First, recognize and manage your frustration. Explain the situation calmly, acknowledge your date's disappointment, and brainstorm alternatives together. Consider available restaurants, wait times, transportation, and preferences. Agree on a new plan and adapt if needed.
You are talking to your date, but they keep looking at their phone and giving short answers. What could this mean, and what could you do?
They might be distracted, tired, or not interested in continuing the conversation. You could ask, "Is everything okay?" or suggest taking a break.