Understanding conflict
What is a conflict?
A disagreement or problem between people
What can you do to help stop emotions from making a problem worse?
Deep, slow breathing
Which is better for solving conflict--texting/emailing or face-to-face talking?
Face to face talking because you can hear tone and see facial expressions.
They may feel replaced, jealous or left out
Name one reason conflicts happens
Misunderstandings, emotions, jealousy, hurt feelings
Why is it important to manage your emotions first?
tone cannot be heard, so meaning is misunderstood.
What's one healthy way to deal with a friend feeling left out?
Talk openly and reassure them
What should you remember when resolving a conflict?
What you believe in and your values.
Give an example of a strong emotion that could affect conflict
Anger, embarrassment, frustration, sadness, etc
Give an example of miscommunication in class
Thinking someone gave you a dirty look when they were just thinking
How can you include a friend who feels left out?
Invite them or check in with them
True or false: Conflicts only happen when someone is being mean.
False--conflicts can happen by accident too
What can happen if we do not manage our emotions?
The conflict can become bigger and more hurtful
What's one way to avoid miscommunication?
speak face-to-face in person
A "friend" of yours is constantly making fun of you in front of other people but is nice to you when you are both alone. You are confused and hurt by this friend's actions. What should you do?
Talk it out, use humor, get help, ignore, postpone, avoid
What is the first step in trying to resolve a conflict?
Stay calm and understand your own emotions by pausing, taking a breathe before reacting
If you are arguing with a friend and then realize you hurt their feelings and were wrong what can you do?
Give an example of a misunderstanding
Thinking someone ignored you when they didn't hear what you said.
Someone started a rumor about you that was not true and very hurtful. You know who started it. What should you do?
Talk it out, avoid, ignore, get help, use humor, postpone, tell an adult