Words Matter
These are words that make others feel supported and valued.
What are kind or encouraging words?
This is when you pause before speaking to consider how your words might affect others.
What is self-control or mindfulness?
These words can help calm a disagreement instead of making it worse.
What are respectful words?
Once words are posted online, they can be hard to ____.
What is erase or take back?
Saying “Nice job” or “I appreciate you” is an example of this.
What is encouragement?
Saying “I believe in you” can help build this in a person.
What is confidence?
Before speaking, you should ask yourself if your words are kind, helpful, and ____.
What is true?
Saying “I feel ___ when ___” is an example of this type of communication.
What are “I-statements”?
This happens when someone uses words online to hurt or embarrass others.
What is cyberbullying?
Giving honest, helpful advice without being mean is called this.
What is constructive feedback?
This happens when words hurt someone emotionally instead of physically.
What is emotional harm?
This happens when someone speaks without thinking and hurts someone’s feelings.
What is blurting or impulsive speaking?
This type of language blames others and often starts arguments.
What is accusatory language?
Words typed online can still hurt because they lack this.
What is tone or body language?
Using words to include others helps create this kind of environment.
What is a positive or safe environment?
True or False: Words can affect how someone feels about themselves long after they are spoken.
TWhat is true?
Name one strategy you can use if you’re angry before you speak.
What is taking a deep breath / counting to 10 / walking away?
Apologizing can help repair this after hurtful words are used.
What is a relationship?
Before posting, you should consider how your words might make others ____.
What is feel?
One kind sentence can change someone’s ____.
What is day or mood?
A compliment, apology, or thank-you are examples of words that can build this.
What is trust or connection?
Choosing not to say something hurtful can be just as powerful as speaking kindly.
What is restraint or self-discipline?
Using calm words during conflict shows emotional ____.
What is emotional intelligence or maturity?
Being responsible for your online words shows this character trait.
What is responsibility or respect?
People often remember how your words made them ____.
What is feel?