Conflict
What is the definition of a conflict?
A disagreement or an argument.
What are I-messages?
I-messages are statements that tell people how we feel.
Example: I feel upset when you raise your voice at me because I feel like I did something wrong.
When is your last day before Winter break?
Friday, December 20, 2024
What does rolling your eyes indicate when you are speaking with someone?
It shows that you are annoyed.
How can a conflict worsen?
A conflict can worsen when people include themselves into problems that do not involve them.
Example: Going to other students and spreading a story they heard about.
What i-message can a person use in the following situation?
Glen's teacher, Ms. Honey, believes that Glen was talking to Cheryl while the class was supposed to be taking a test. Although it looked that way, Glen was actually mouthing the answers to herself for her test. Glen became so upset that she yelled at the teacher and said, "WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT? I SAID I WAS NOT TALKING!!!
What could Glen say to her teacher instead to make her get a better understanding of what had happened?
Ms. Honey, I was not talking to Cheryl while we were testing. Can I speak to in private about this? I felt very upset when you accused me of talking during the test. I tend to mouth the answers to myself.
What is insect or animal is the school mascot?
A bee
What does watching the clock show someone during a conversation?
It shows them that you do not care about what they are saying. It also shows that you may want to end the conversation.
When two people are not agreeing on something, it is best to do what?
1. Ask to revisit the conversation another time, possibly when both people calm down.
2. Allow the other person to speak
3. Try to understand where the other person is coming from.
Why is it important to use i-messages?
I-messages tell people the way we feel so we can get a better understanding of what they are going through.
What is Ms. Percival's job title at Cornerstone Academy?
School Counselor
Arms folded intently
Serious or upset
Why is tone important during a conflict?
When you are loud, a person may not like it and become more frustrated.
The other person may also start to raise their voice as well.
Should we use because in the middle of an i-message?
Yes, because when we explain why we feel the way we do, people can gain a better understanding.
What contest is the school having?
Door decorating contest
Please state what the following example is missing when someone is having a conflict.
I feel slightly irritated.......
an explanation why the person is irritated.
The person did not provide an explanation.