Communication & Conflict Resolution
This type of communication style uses pressure and force.
Passive
Aggressive
Assertive
Passive-aggressive
Aggressive
Name 3 comfortable feelings
Happy, excited, calm, loved, joyful
Taking a break, talking to someone, expressing emotions, meditation, fidget, etc.
Name 3 characteristics of a healthy friendship/relationship.
Trust, honesty, kind, mutual respect, healthy communication etc.
How you feel about yourself or what you think of yourself. ______-_______
Self-Esteem
Someone who is passive is most likely
Rude
Talkative
Quiet
Quiet
Name 5 uncomfortable feelings
Sad, angry, upset, embarrassed, anxious, etc.
Name 5 unhealthy coping skills
Screaming at someone, cursing at someone, name calling, fighting, pushing emotions down, ignoring people, etc.
Name 3 characteristics of an unhealthy relationship/friendship.
Controlling behavior, manipulation, decrease self-esteem, name-calling, silent treatment, etc.
Someone telling you and forcing you to do something even though you don't want to do it.
_____ ______
Peer Pressure
When in conflict, a skill you can use is communicating using an "__-statement."
I-statement
Change this thought to a more positive one.
"I'm never going to be able to do this."
I am going to try again.
Mindfulness is a coping skill that uses these.
Hint: You have 5 of them.
Senses. Smell, taste, hear, feel, see
What are your most important qualities that you look for in a friend and why?
:)
Someone you look up to and who has characteristics you value.
Role Model
What is assertive communication?
Expressing your needs and feelings and remaining respectful to others and yourself.
True-some level of stress and anxiety helps keep us safe and helps keep us motivated.
There are "problem solving" coping skills and " calming coping skills." Give an example of each.
Problem solving-talking to someone, pros and cons list, thought challenging, etc.
Calming-meditation, mindfulness, deep breathing, etc.
If someone is using peer pressure, are they a healthy friend?
BOTH yes and no
Positive peer pressure-yes
Negative peer pressure-no
Who you are when no one is watching.
Character
If someone is not holding themselves accountable, what might they do?
Blame other, minimize behavior, justify what they did, and/or deny it happened.
What is all or nothing thinking?
Using words like "always," "never," "fail."
Why is it important to have a support person?
Name 5 support people in your life.
They help you talk through things and can help problem solve.
Why is it important to have emotional boundaries?
To protect ourselves from being hurt, manipulated, or used by others.
Expressing your needs and feelings about things.
Self-advocacy