Healthy Relationships
True or False: A healthy relationship always avoids conflict.
FALSE; healthy relationships handle conflict respectfully
What is a boundary?
A limit that protects your comfort, safety, or values
True or False: If someone doesn’t say “no,” it means “yes.”
FALSE; consent must be clear and respected
Name one sign of an unhealthy relationship?
Control, jealousy, manipulation, or disrespect.
Name two people on campus you can you talk to if you’re feeling unsafe or pressured?
Your Advisor, a Counselor, trusted adult, or friend
What are two key qualities of a healthy relationship? HINT: R _ _ _ _ _ _ and C OM M _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
RESPECT and COMMUNICATION
True or False: Using "I" statements, such as “I’m not comfortable with that”, is one way to communicate a boundary clearly.
TRUE; using “I” statements, such as "I’m not comfortable with that” are effective in clearly communicating boundaries.
True or False: Someone can say 'yes' to an activity at first and then decide to say 'no' and that is okay and should be respected.
TRUE; consent can be taken back at any time
True or False: Checking your friend's or partner’s phone without permission is okay if you’re worried.
FALSE; it violates trust and privacy
True or False: Self-care and boundaries are selfish.
FALSE; they are essential for well-being
True or False: “Mutual trust” involves just one person.
FALSE; mutual respect is when two people feel safe sharing thoughts and feelings honestly
What type of boundary protects one's energy and peace?: Physical Boundary or Emotional Boundary
Emotional Boundary
Give one example of nonverbal consent.
Actively nodding or verbally agreeing while participating willingly in the activity
Give one example of controlling behavior.
Telling someone who they can talk to or what to wear.
Name one calming strategy when you feel overwhelmed?
Deep breathing, journaling, walking, or talking to someone
Give one example of emotional support in a friendship.
Listening without judgment / checking in on a friend’s feelings / Being mindful of sensitive topics, etc
True or False: It’s rude to set boundaries with close friends.
FALSE; it’s healthy and respectful
What should you do if someone seems unsure or hesitant about consent?
Anything appropriate, such as stop and ask; no consent if there’s doubt
True or False: Making someone doubt their own feelings or memories is called "gaslighting"
TRUE; Gaslighting is a slang term of when someone is manipulative and causes them to doubt their own feelings or memories
Name one way can you support a friend who shares a difficult experience with you?
You can listen, believe them, avoid judgment, and offer them help finding resources
True or False: “Interdependence” means balancing connection with independence....supporting each other while keeping personal boundaries
TRUE; interdependence means balancing connection with independence, with two people supporting each other while keeping personal boundaries
What can you do if someone keeps crossing your boundaries?
Restate your boundary, seek support, or distance yourself if needed
True or False: All consent is required to be in writing to be legal.
FALSE; no formal WRITTEN Consent is required for consent to be granted and respected
What’s one healthy way to respond if you notice red flags in a friend’s relationship?
Express concern, listen, and encourage them to seek help or talk to a trusted adult.
True or False: If you’re feeling sad and nervous one day, you are depressed and have anxiety.
FALSE. If you’re sad or nervous one day you are just having a poor mental health day and you can do things to cheer yourself up like exercising, getting outside and doing something you love to do. One day of feeling sad or nervous does not mean you are depressed or have anxiety.