What is friendship?
Having fun with someone, spending time together, playing games, being nice, being silly, caring about someone else's feelings
How would you feel if you were left out of a social outing with your group of friends?
Sad, Angry, Lonely
How do you handle frustration?
Writing about feelings, Talking to someone you trust, Mediate, Yoga, Read a book, watch your fave TV show, get some air
Show how you introduce yourself to a classmate you never met in person.
Hi My name is__________ what is your name
Why do I attend therapy?
To have someone to talk to!
Explore emotions
Play games
Explore social skills
Can you only be friends with someone that only has the same interests and opinions as you?
False
How would you feel if you were being ignored by a close friend?
Angry, Frustrated, Sad, Mad, Misunderstood, Alone,
Name one thing you like about yourself.
Good sense of humor, kind, adventurous, Your smile etc.
How would you ask a new friend you just met to hang out with you?
Hi, want to _______ with me?
What time do I come to therapy?
6PM
Do you have to buy or do uncomfortable things to make & keep friends?
False
What are some things that can make you angry in a Friendship?
No wrong answer
What is something about you that makes you feel positive and proud?
Being in graduate school etc . group members will have different answers.
How would you ask a close friend for help?
"Hello, can you please help me with ____?"
"May I have help with this, please?"
TRUE or FALSE
FALSE
What makes you want to be friends with someone?
THERE IS NO RIGHT ANSWER. LET’S TALK ABOUT IT
True or False: If you have negative feelings toward someone, the best way to go about it is to talk about it directly with the individual.
TRUE
What is something that is hard for you to do in a friendship?
What is something you can do to build trust in a friendship?
Communicate!
Gray Matter Neuropsychology
Tell me about your longest friendship (include what the friendship means to you and why you think it has lasted so long)
Personal story!
When dealing with negative emotions, what kind of coping mechanisms do you use?
Listening to music, playing outside, breathing, talk to mom
If you could have one feeling/emotion for the rest of your life, what would it be?
What would you describe as the best quality you provide in a friendship?
It’s up to you! There is no right or wrong
What is the name of the lady at the front
Susan
Elizabeth