Healthy vs. Unhealthy
What is one sign of a healthy relationship?
Trust, respect, support, communication, etc.
What is a “boundary”?
A limit you set to protect your comfort, space, or values.
Which flag: Your partner celebrates your wins and cheers you on.
Green flag
Your friend listens to you and checks in when you’re upset. What kind of behavior is this?
Healthy/supportive
What is “mutual respect”?
Both people valuing and treating each other well
What is one sign of an unhealthy relationship?
Control, disrespect, jealousy, manipulation, etc.
Give an example of a personal boundary in a friendship or relationship.
Not wanting to share password
Which flag: They tease you in a way that sometimes feels mean.
Yellow flag
Someone you’re dating gets mad if you spend time with other friends. What’s going on?
Jealous/controlling behavior (unhealthy)
What is “communication”?
Exchanging thoughts, feelings, or information clearly and respectfully
True or False: In a healthy relationship, both people should feel safe to express themselves.
True
True or False: You should feel guilty for setting a boundary.
False
Which flag: They constantly text you asking where you are and get mad if you don’t reply.
Red flag
You feel pressured to do something you don’t want to do. What should you do first?
Say no / set a clear boundary / communicate feelings
What is “trust” in a relationship?
Feeling safe to be honest and rely on each other
Give an example of healthy communication
Active listening, using “I” statements, honesty, etc
What’s a respectful way to say no to something you’re uncomfortable with?
Using a clear “I” statement (e.g., “I’m not comfortable with that”).
Which flag: You’re not sure how to feel about a friend’s “jokes” that only sometimes cross the line.
Yellow flag
Your partner spreads private information you told them. What should you do?
Address the issue, re-evaluate trust, possibly end the relationship
What is the difference between jealousy and controlling behavior in a relationship?
Jealousy is a feeling someone might have (like insecurity or fear of losing someone), while controlling behavior is when someone acts on that feeling to limit, monitor, or control another person — which is unhealthy.
Explain how someone might confuse controlling behavior for “love” and why that’s unhealthy.
Some may see jealousy/controlling as caring, but it’s a sign of imbalance and can harm trust.
Your partner keeps checking your phone even after you’ve said no. What boundary is being crossed, and what should you do?
reassert boundary, communicate, or seek help if it continues.
Your partner tells you who you can and can’t talk to. What flag is this and why?
Red flag — controlling behavior is a major red flag in relationships.
Your friend is in an unhealthy relationship but doesn’t see it. What are 2–3 ways you could support them?
Listen without judgment, share resources, encourage them to talk to a trusted adult, remind them of their worth.
Define “manipulation” and give one example.
Trying to control someone’s behavior indirectly or unfairly; e.g., guilt-tripping, lying to get what you want.