Communication
What is one way to ensure that you and your partner/friend are communicating effectively?
being honest with each other, active listening, asking questions, checking in, directly sharing feelings
Your partner/friend gets angry when you talk to your family. What type of relationship is this and why?
Unhealthy relationship, Controlling who has access to you/who you can speak with
Is conflict the same thing as fighting, why?
No. You can be in peaceful conflict or disagreement without it being a "fight".
Who can you contact in an emergency if you are worried about your safety or the safety of someone else?
Police/911
What are the 3 pillars of a successful, healthy relationship?
trust, honesty, and respect
What DBT skill focuses primarily on communication?
Interpersonal Effectiveness
Your partner/friend encourages you to pursue your dreams. What type of relationship is this and why?
Healthy Relationship, good friends/parents want the best for the people they care about. They want to lift up, and make life easier and better, not more difficult or stressful.
What is one unhealthy way to engage in conflict?
Yelling, shouting, blaming, or hitting
What are safety precautions you could take when meeting someone in person for the first time?
Sharing location with family, going somewhere in public with many people around, plan a hang out with friends.
TRUE OR FALSE:
You can only be compatible with someone who has the same love language as you.
False
What is something you should notice/pay attention to when having a conversation with your partner/friend?
Nonverbal Communication, Body Language
Your partner/friend supports your interests and passions by attending events that you are involved in (ex: musical concerts, sporting events, or community service events). What kind of relationship is this?
Healthy Relationship, even if you don't have the same exact interest, you should be able to respect and support a friend/partner in what brings them joy/pride. It is important to show up in person for others.
What is one way you can avoid making your partner/friend defensive when talking about a difficult issue?
Use "I" statements, talk about your own feelings, try to understand where the other person is coming from, avoid accusing the other person. Be open minded.
Can sexual assault occur between two people who know each other?
Yes
Is it healthy to be separately involved in activities or organizations outside of your relationship?
Yes
What are some signs that you are not communicating effectively with your partner/friend?
Not feeling comfortable or being afraid to express wants, needs, fears, etc.., or dreading/avoiding conversations about difficult topics
Your partner/friend makes you feel like every problem in your relationship is always your fault. What type of relationship is this and why?
Unhealthy Relationship, both parties should be able to practice humility and be able to take accountability when mistakes are made.
What is something you can do to cool down during a disagreement?
Take a time-out from the disagreement or limit your discussion time
What are signs of emotional safety in a relationship?
feeling valued, being able to be your true self, feeling seen, heard, and understood, able to show weakness around each other and not be judged or belittled for them.
What is something you can do to ensure that you are taking care of yourself and keeping your sanity in a relationship?
Keep balance in your life (ex: between a relationship, friends, family, school/classes, work, and other activities), do consistent check ins with self, self care, therapy!
What are the four different styles of communication?
Passive, Assertive, Aggressive, Passive Aggressive
Your partner/friend is constantly keeping tabs on what you are doing and who you are with. What kind of relationship is this?
Unhealthy, people need to be able to have a life outside of a relationship. Everyone needs some privacy and alone time. Other people are not entitled to know our whereabouts at all times.
What are some things that can turn a conflict into a fight?
Making threats, giving ultimatums (ex: Do this, or else!), accusing without listening, not being willing to apologize or take the blame, getting physical with your partner/friend
Can sexual assault occur between two people who are in a relationship with each other?
Yes
You start off with a solid foundation for a healthy relationship with your partner/friend. What is something that you can acknowledge that will help your relationship grow?
Discuss expectations, have realistic expectations, and realize that relationships and people change (so be flexible!)