Read the room
You walk into class and everyone is silent, staring at the teacher.
The room is tense or serious—something important may have just happened or the teacher is upset.
What do we call the mean voice in our head that puts us down?
What is the critical inner voice?
If you see someone post something harmful or unsafe online, it’s best to report it just to be safe.
True
If one person is always the one giving in, what does that mean about the compromise?
It’s not fair
A person says, “I don’t like changing my opinion because it makes me feel uncomfortable.”
closed-minded?
Explanation: They avoid new ideas due to emotional discomfort.
You’re joking with friends, and one person suddenly goes quiet and looks uncomfortable.
The person may have been hurt or offended by the joke, and the mood has shifted.
The critical inner voice makes us feel like we should just stop trying or give up. What kind of behavior is this?
giving up or self-destructive behavior
Most things you read online, even from friends, are completely true and fair.
False
What can happen if you never want to compromise?
It can lead to arguments, broken friendships, or problems getting solved.
Someone says, “I’ll think about your point of view, even though I’m not sure I agree right now.”
Open
They’re showing willingness to consider new ideas.
While giving a class presentation, the speaker begins stumbling over their words and appears uneasy.
The presenter is likely feeling anxious or nervous, possibly due to being in front of an audience or unsure about the material.
Instead of saying “I’m so awkward,” what kind of sentence should you use to notice your inner voice?
No, you are awkward...
What is it called when your actions online can be seen by others now or later or forever?
Digital footprint
A fair compromise means both sides get everything they want.
False- A fair compromise means both sides give a little and find a middle ground.
A student hears a new theory in class that contradicts their personal beliefs. They dismiss it immediately but later go home and research it out of curiosity, keeping the results to themselves.
open-minded (with hesitation)?
Explanation: Although they initially shut it down, the student’s later curiosity and research show a willingness to explore new ideas privately.
A classmate is venting about a bad day, and someone else suddenly changes the subject with a joke. The first person goes silent.
The emotional tone was ignored, and the person who was venting may feel dismissed or unheard.
Sometimes the inner voice tells us to do something, then makes fun of us after we do it. What does this show?
The inner voice can be tricky and change its tone—it isn’t always honest or kind.
What could happen if you fall asleep with your phone plugged in and resting in your bed or hand.
Phones can overheat, especially when charging under blankets or near your body, which can be a fire risk and disrupt sleep.
When is it okay not to compromise in a situation?
When compromising would go against your values, safety, or well-being—like being pressured into something unsafe or unfair.
A person says, “I’ve listened to your side, and I understand it, but I still think your viewpoint is dangerous and should not be given a platform.”
closed-minded (with justification)?
Explanation: While they appear to listen, their refusal to allow space for disagreement — especially with judgmental language — shows a rigid mindset.
During a group discussion, one student dominates the conversation while others look away, cross their arms, or stop participating.
The group is becoming disengaged or frustrated because one person is not picking up on social cues to let others talk.
What is the last step to fight back against the inner voice?
Stop doing what the inner voice tells you and make better choices
Putting your phone in airplane mode while charging makes it charge faster.
True. Airplane mode turns off wireless signals, so the phone uses less energy and may charge faster.
You find out that your close friend has been secretly bullying another student online. The student being bullied is someone you don’t know well, but you can see they’re hurt. If you tell a teacher or adult, your friend might get in serious trouble and your friendship could fall apart. If you stay quiet, the bullying continues and someone gets hurt.
A thoughtful response might include confronting your friend privately first, gathering evidence, or finding a trusted adult to talk through your options.
Someone says, “I welcome all opinions, but I honestly believe people who change their beliefs often are weak or confused.”
closed-minded (disguised as open-minded)?
Explanation: They appear open on the surface, but their underlying attitude is judgmental and dismissive of personal growth or flexibility.