Solving Problems
What are the 4 problem solving steps?
Say the problem, Think of solutions, Explore consequences, Pick a solution
Why is it important to make plans?
Helps you figure out how to make things happen, helps you break down big tasks into smaller parts
How can gossip hurt someone?
Can be mean, it might not be true, can make people feel left out, might be personal and embarrassing
Friends/other kids your age trying to persuade you to do something.
Peer pressure
Why is it important to state problems in a non-blaming way?
blaming is not respectful and it can be difficult to solve a problem when blaming someone
Why is it important to write down your plans?
You can check things off, it makes it easier to remember, you can show it to other people so they can understand and help
Good ways to deal with gossip?
Walk away, refuse to listen, don't repeat the gossip, tell others it is not okay to gossip
Can peer pressure be a good thing?
Yes, sometimes if it is positive or good for you
When thinking of solutions, what kind of solutions do you need to come up with?
What makes a good plan?
The order makes sense, there is a enough time to do it, it is not too complicated, its realistic, your able to do it
What can you ask yourself to stop yourself from participating in gossip?
Would you want the same information about the other person be spread around about you?
How do people feel about being pressured by friends in a negative way?
They don't like it, they feel uncomfortable, scared, nervous, unhappy, etc.