Communication and Conflict
What is active listening?
Paying attention, showing you're listening, and trying to understand what someone is saying.
What is a strength?
Something a person is good at or does well
What is a consequence?
Something that happens as a result of a choice or action
What does it mean to cope with an emotion?
Using a healthy strategy to manage or deal with the emotion.
What is the smallest planet in our solar system?
Mercury
What is an "I" statement?
A way of expressing your feelings or needs by vouching for your own needs and feelings
What is the difference between a thought and a feeling?
A thought is something you think; a feeling is an emotion you experience
What is the difference between a problem you can control and a problem you cannot control?
A controllable problem involves something you can change or influence; an uncontrollable problem involves something outside your control
Why might taking a few deep breaths help when someone is angry?
It can help slow the body's stress response and create time to think before reacting
What is the name of the ocean between Africa and Australia?
Indian Ocean
Why can texting cause misunderstandings?
You can't hear someone's tone of voice or see their facial expressions and body language
Why is it helpful to know what triggers your emotions?
It can help you understand your reactions and choose how to respond
What does "Stop, Think, Choose" mean?
Pause, consider your options and consequences, then make a thoughtful choice
What is the difference between ignoring an emotion and managing an emotion?
Ignoring means avoiding or pretending it isn't there; managing means recognizing it and choosing a healthy way to respond
How many bones are in the adult human body?
206
How can you disagree with someone respectfully?
Explain your opinion calmly and listen to theirs
Why is it important to recognize both your strengths and areas you want to improve?
It helps you have a realistic and balanced view of yourself and identify opportunities for growth
Why is it helpful to consider more than one solution to a problem?
The first solution may not be the best one, and different solutions can have different consequences
What is the difference between a healthy coping skill and an unhealthy coping skill?
A healthy coping skill helps manage emotions without creating additional problems; an unhealthy one may temporarily distract from feelings but cause harm or additional problems
What gas do humans need to breathe to survive?
Oxygen
Why can yelling make a problem worse?
It can make people defensive or angry and make it harder to listen and solve the problem
Can two people experience the same situation but have different feelings about it? Why?
Yes, because people can interpret or experience situations differently.
What does it mean to "Think Before You Act"?
Pause and consider your choices and possible consequences before responding
Why isn't it always helpful to "just calm down" when someone is upset?
The person may need their feelings acknowledged and support before they can calm down
What is the fastest land animal?
Cheetah