Trading Information!
Why is it important to find common interests?
Because they keep the conversation going and they give you things to talk about and things to do together! Friendships are based on common interests!
What is using good body boundaries look like? (Hint: how close or far should you be from your friend?)
Don't stand too far away or too close! A good general rule is about an arms length away!
Does everyone get to be friends with us?
No! Having a friend is a choice and it's important that we choose our friends wisely!
Which boat does M want to visit with time travel?
The titanic!
What does it mean to share the conversation? (Hint: what percentage (%) should each person have in the conversation?)
Sharing the conversation means we are having a two-way conversation! When don't share, it's just a one-way conversation! Conversations should be around 50%/50%!
What does it mean to ask open-ended questions?
Open-ended questions are those where the answers are longer and can lead to more conversation! Closed-ended questions are those that only require a short response, like yes or no answers!
What is an example of a BAD choice for finding a friend?
Someone who:
is mean and makes fun of you
ignores you
takes advantage of you or uses you
could get you into trouble
Which country does A want to visit in the future to eat food?
Korea!
What is an interviewer in a conversation?
Someone who only asks questions!
Why is it important to listen to our friends in conversations?
When you listen, it shows that you're interested in your friend and care about them!
What is an example of a GOOD choice for finding a friend?
Someone who:
is nice and friendly to you
is interested in you
likes the same things as you
is similar in age to you
How many group members want to go to the past? (Hint: it is more than one person!)
2! (M and S!)
Why is it important to answer your own questions in a conversation?
Because they may or may ask you the same question, and in order to trade information, you need to tell them about you too!
Should we police our friends in conversation? Why or why not?
No, we should NOT police out friends! Policing means criticizing or point out other people's mistakes. It can be annoying or embarrassing to the other person!
What is a social group?
A group of different people that hang out and share some common interests! For example, gamers!
Who does M want to meet from US history?
Abraham Lincoln!
Why should we NOT ask too personal questions when first getting to know someone?
When we ask personal questions or share personal information before we get to know someone, it may make them uncomfortable!
Why do we NOT want to be repetitive in conversations?
It can be boring, even if the topic is a common interest! Talking about something new can mean finding new common interests and lead to more conversations!
If someone responds to your text messages, invites you to do things and wants to talk with you, are they accepting or rejecting you?
They are accepting you!
Which country does S want to visit in the past to eat food?
Mexico!