Compromise
Q: What does it mean to compromise in a disagreement
A: Each person gives up a little to meet in the middle
What is a win-win solution
A solution where both people get important needs met
What is peer mediation
A trained student helps classmates resolve a conflict fairly
Why is solving conflicts better than ignoring them
Ignoring lets problems grow and harms trust
Q: Two friends argue over seats on the bus. Give a compromise
A: Alternate days or split the ride time
Two friends want different games at recess. Give a simple compromise
Play game A first for a set time, then switch to game B
Poster vs slideshow project. Give a win-win idea
Make a slideshow and design one slide as a printable poster
Why must a mediator stay neutral
To build trust and avoid taking sides
One way conflict resolution can make a relationship stronger
It builds trust and shows you can handle problems together
Q: Two partners disagree on roles for a science lab. Create a win-win
A: Divide tasks by strengths and rotate roles next lab
One downside of compromise compared to a win-win solution
People can feel only half satisfied since both gave something up
Why is a win-win often stronger than compromise
Both feel satisfied, so motivation and teamwork stay high
Two actions a mediator should take during a session
Set ground rules, let each side speak, summarize, guide toward options
How can empathy improve a tough conversation
It helps you understand feelings and respond respectfully
Q: Teammates blame each other after a loss. How could a peer mediator help
A: Let each side speak, summarize, focus on next steps for improvement
Explain how compromise can keep a friendship healthy
It shows respect, fairness, and a willingness to share control
Name one skill that helps you reach win-win
Active listening, asking questions, brainstorming options, focusing on needs
Why might students listen to a peer mediator more than an adult
They relate to peers and feel less judged
Why is clear communication important during problems
A: It reduces mixed messages and prevents new misunderstandings
Q: A small argument becomes silent treatment for a week. First healthy step
A: Ask to talk, share feelings with I-statements, agree on a small step forward
Describe a time when compromise would not be the best choice
When the issue involves safety, respect, or rules that cannot be split
When might a win-win not be possible
When goals clearly conflict or time and resources are too limited
What is one thing a mediator should avoid and why
Giving orders or taking sides, it breaks trust and fairness
Q: Give one sign a friendship needs a repair talk
A: Avoiding each other, frequent arguments, or ongoing hurt feelings
Q: Group chat gets heated. Write an I-statement that aims at win-win
A: I feel stressed when messages get mean, I want us to pause and agree on respectful language so everyone is heard