Culture
what is African Americans strength?
Strong extended family Dealing, Religion, Mates are Equals, Involved grandmothers
What is listening with mindful attention?
the power of being fully aware in the present – is deeply rewarding to others
step 1
Stretch. Reach high; touch the floor (it’s OK to bend your knees!); Twist very slowly from side to side
infants 0-6 months
Grow, bond, become aware of senses (touch, taste, sight, sound); become aware of surroundings.
What is the suckiest team on the NFL
Raiders
What are Latin Americans strengths?
Cohesive families
Strong ethnic identity
Supportive kin network
Family flexibility
how do you show someone your active listening?
Show that you are Listening (Nod, smile, keep an ‘open’ posture – don’t cross your arms or legs, make small comments like “uh huh.”)
Tune in to the other person. Reflect back their ideas and feelings (“So you're saying..." "You seem to be feeling...." “Is this what you mean?”).
Don’t judge; don’t interrupt; allow the person speaking to finish. When you give your own opinion, be respectful; treat the other person the way you would like to be treated
Step 2
Breathe. Put your hands on your stomach. Make it go out as you take a deep breath (you want your stomach to move – not just your chest). Take 10 very slow deep breaths
Early toddler 6-18 Months
Continue to grow and bond; develop motor skills (grabbing, kicking, grasping and holding objects, crawling); explore surroundings and self (playing with fingers, toes, laughing, touching things).
Who is winning the world series?
LA Dodgers
What are Asian Americans strengths?
Family loyalty T
Value education
Well-behaved kids
Strong extended family
COMMENDATION AND VALIDATION
they are great ways to respond to someone who is sharing an experience with you
step 3
Sit up straight. Be comfortable. Let your mind go to a peaceful place – maybe some memory you have – or even imagine. Gramma’s lap. The beach; the park.
Older toddler 18-36 months
Continue to explore and develop motor skills; become aware of thoughts and feelings; develop language skills; experience individuation (awareness of self as separate from parents).
what session is cristal's favorite?
1 session
What are American Indians challenges?
Maintaining culture and language
Achieving higher education
Staying cohesive and connected
Integrating while keeping tradition
Validation
means telling the other person that you heard what they said; you see their point.
step 4
Gently move to a difficult memory. Let it be gently in your mind. Think about forgiving yourself and/or the other person
Early-childhood 3-6 years
Continue to develop language skills; begin to observe adults in order to learn about power and how people get what they want; learn to manage own wants and desires; learn social skills
Who is Americas Team
Dallas Cowboys
What are European Americans Challenges?
Respect for other groups
Overemphasis on winning
Work/Family balance Personal
Ability to depend on others
METACOMMUNICATION
It means 'communicating about the communication process,'
step 5
Share your experience
Late childhood 6-12 years
Formal education; learn social requirements and rules; learn problem solving and how to get along with others; learn self?motivation, sense of purpose.
Whos is the best counselor
Cristal Duh