Boundaries
What is a boundary?
Limit/rule set with others based on your comfort of closeness, engaging in activity, decision making.
Why are social skills important?
To understand what is socially acceptable, how to behave in front of others, get needs met appropriately etc.
Why is hygiene important?
Keeps you clean, important for health, more pleasant to be around.
Why is communication important?
Without communication we are not able to support each other. Communication can be non-verbal or verbal.
What does M&M stand for?
Mars and Murrie
What is a physical boundary?
Respecting when someone consents or does not consent to you being in their personal space or touching them physically (hugs, holding hands, tapping on back).
False, Its appropriate to call someone 1x and follow up with a text message in case they are not able to answer the phone call. If they dont answer after that we need to give them the space to return the call or answer the text when they feel it is appropriate.
How can you gently let your friend know that they smell (sweaty) right before a social event.
Ex. Hey I know this event is important to you, its been a hot day. I think it would be a good idea to touch up on some deodorant since I imagine you have been sweating just to make sure you don't smell.
Which type of communication is this:
You need to give me the stuffed animal you got for me at the fair. You said it was for me so give it to me!
Aggressive Communication
What type of male sea creature gives birth?
Seahorse
What is an appropriate amount of space to have in between each other?
arms length
What are appropriate topics of conversation when first meeting someone?
interests, hobbies, school, celebrations, sports, music.
What are some ways to practice hygiene?
shower, brush teeth, change socks, clean room, bed sheets, brush hair etc
Your peer continues to get in your space, you don't say anything because you fear their feelings will get hurt. How can you use assertive communication to let them know how you feel.
Hey (blank), I notice you continue to get into my space. I dislike when others get too close it makes me feel anxious. Can you please try your best to be mindful and not invade my space. Thanks
What insect can live without their heads for a week before dying?
Cockroaches
When someone sets an emotional boundary what does that mean?
Respecting when they dont want to talk about their emotions, respecting their personal information etc
TRue/False-When you dislike someone, you should you blurt out "I don't like you?
What would be a better way to address when you have an issue with someone?
False,
Hey I notice sometimes you do (blank) I dont realy like it when you do do that. It makes me feel (blank). Could you be more mindful in the future please.
What is appropriate hygiene when going to the pool?
Showering before entering, washing feet if stepping outside, using restroom outside of pool, showering afterwards.
What type of communication is the following?
Joey is kind of a jerk, I have not told him because I know he will get angry. Dont tell him I told you this but if he continues then I will no longer be his friend and tell others some things he told me in secret.
Passive Aggressive
Which is the only animal that can't jump
Elephants
True or False,
Boundaries keep us safe and show respect in a relationship when we and others can follow it
True
You are expressing your emotions with a staff and a peer that is fairly new to the cottage walks in. You get very quiet and the new peer wonders why you got so quiet all of a sudden. What would be an appropriate way to inform the peer that you don't want to share your emotions with them?
Hi, I am having a tough day. We got quiet because I was sharing something personal, I don't want to continue sharing because I don't feel comfortable sharing with people I don't quite know. Nothing against you.
What is sleep hygiene?
Turn off electronics an hour before, shower before going into bed, wash face, change into PJ's, facial routine etc.
Communication can also be non-verbal.
What type of non-verbal communication could you use to let your peers know that you dont like the way that they are talking to the leader of the group?
Ignore, only address them when they can communicate in positive way without being aggressive.
What was ice cream once called?
cream Ice