Healthy Relationships basics
True or False: Healthy relationships mean that you are able to accept a person for who they are.
FALSE: Having boundaries and open communication is key. Some people act in ways that may be who they are; and still be unhealthy
True or False - Being silent keeps healthy relationships because you keep the peace in times of conflict
False: Open communication is key for having healthy relationships and personal boundaries as long as their is respect
True or false: Being honest is the only way to be a good friend to others
False: Being honest in a way that is active, empathetic, and assertive is the way to be respectful of others while being honest
True or False: Setting healthy boundaries is having a STRUCTURED approach to help establish and maintain healthy boundaries in relationships.
TRUE
What are the signs of an unhealthy relationship?
Possible answers: lack of communication, control and manipulation, disrespect and dishonesty, emotional or physical abuse
True or False - Friendships shape romantic relationships
True: Quality of friendships during adolescence can significantly impact romantic relationships
Using an appropriate tone and BODY LANGUAGE complements reflective listening. Things like nodding, Maintaining eye contact, and using calm open tone can enhance understaning
What is a NON-VERBAL CUE?
Name two possible ways to set healthy boundaries.
Possible Answers: Know what to say to others, Understanding personal limits, Implementing strategies to uphold boundaries, body language and emotional awareness
What are the signs of a healthy relationship?
Possible answers: Open communication, mutual respect, trust and support, healthy conflict resolutions, and maintaining healthy boundaries
What are 3 types of communication styles?
Passive communication, Aggressive communication, and Assertive communication
True or False: If I am too nice, that means I am having a healthy relationship with the other person
FALSE: Being passive can sometimes allow an unhealthy relationship balance to occur.
POV: Your friend just told you that you have hurt their feelings and they feel sad. They also start crying and tell you they personally don't feel comfortable hanging with you at the moment. Is this an example of having a healthy boundary?
Yes, they were open, honest, expressing boundaries clearly without being disrespectful and used "I" statements
What is a healthy relationship based on? Give three examples.
Possible answers: Open communication, mutual respect, trust, and the ability to resolve conflicts positively, open communication, empathy, support, personal boundaries, compromise, positive body language, and using "I" statements
Avoiding expressing ones feelings or opinions. Feeling powerless and allow others to dominate conversations, leading to misunderstandings and unresolved issues
What is passive communication?
Demonstrating understanding and acknowledging the speakers feelings without judgements which helps create a safe space for open communication.
What is Empathy?
Name three qualities of an unhealthy relationship.
Possible Answers: disrespect, crossing personal boundaries, being passive, lacking empathy when confronted, and having negative verbal and nonverbal cues.