🗣️ Communication
What is it called when you give someone your full attention while they are speaking?
Active listening.
Name one quality that is commonly found in a healthy relationship.
Respect, trust, honesty, communication, support, safety, empathy, or accountability.
What is a boundary?
A limit that communicates what you are comfortable with and what you are not comfortable with.
True or False: Constant insults and put-downs are signs of a healthy relationship.
False.
A peer keeps interrupting you while you're talking. What could you say?
“I'd like to finish what I'm saying, and then I'll listen to you.”
True or False: Good communication means you have to agree with the other person.
False. You can disagree respectfully.
True or False: People in healthy relationships can have different opinions.
True.
True or False: You are allowed to say “no” even if someone is disappointed by your answer.
True.
Someone repeatedly demands to check your phone, messages, or social media because they don't trust you. What might this behavior indicate?
Control or a lack of respect for privacy.
Someone asks to borrow something that belongs to you, but you don't want to lend it out. What could you say?
“No, I'm not comfortable lending that out.”
Which communication style expresses your thoughts and needs clearly while also respecting the other person?
Assertive communication.
Should you be able to have your own hobbies, interests, friends, or personal time while in a healthy relationship?
Yes. Healthy relationships allow for individuality and personal space.
Give one example of a personal boundary.
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True or False: Jealousy automatically means someone loves you.
False. Jealousy is an emotion; controlling or harmful behavior is not automatically a sign of love.
A friend wants to spend every day together, but you need some time alone. How could you communicate that?
“I enjoy spending time with you, but I also need some time for myself.”
Instead of saying, “You never listen to me,” what could you say using an “I statement”?
“I feel frustrated when I don't feel heard.”
What is the difference between compromise and giving in?
Compromise involves both people working toward a solution. Giving in means one person repeatedly sacrifices their needs or wants.
Someone keeps asking you to do something after you've already said no. What is one respectful response?
“I understand you asked, but my answer is still no.”
Name two possible warning signs of an unhealthy relationship.
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Someone becomes angry after you tell them “no.” What can you do?
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Name two things that can make communication more difficult.
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Name three behaviors that can help build a healthy relationship.
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Why can setting boundaries sometimes feel uncomfortable?
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Key point: Feeling uncomfortable does not automatically mean the boundary is wrong.
Someone says, “If you really loved me, you would do this for me.” What is concerning about this statement?
It can be emotional manipulation or pressure. Love should not require someone to ignore their boundaries or do something they're uncomfortable with.
A person repeatedly ignores a boundary you've clearly communicated. Name two healthy options you could consider.
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