Friendship 101
What are some characteristics of a friend?
Someone you feel safe around, share common interests, someone who builds you up, supports you, someone you confide in, someone you can be vulnerable with
Before any kind of physical affection what do you need to do first?
Ask for consent
True or False? A friendship being toxic is the ONLY reason why friendships end.
False
What are some characteristics of a compromise?
Balanced, fair, equal, mutual, and respectful
What is a red flag?
A negative characteristic or action a potential friend displays.
How many needs of friendship are there?
*Bonus points if you can name all of them*
7
Affection, Reciprocity, Support, Boundaries, Vulnerability, Predictability, Ease/Comfort
What kind of statements should you use when confronting a friend about ending the friendship?
I-statements
What is the difference between a hobby and an interest?
A hobby is something you actively participate in regularly and an interest is something you don't participate in regularly and is something you want to learn more about
Unreliable, untrustworthy, liar, rude, judgmental, ingenuine, unsupportive
What are some benefits of being vulnerable?
Closer bonds, breaks down emotional walls, builds trust, invites honesty, creates a safe space for communication, and encourages authenticity
What is the difference between a disagreement and an argument?
Disagreements is only a difference in opinion and an argument is trying to prove the other persons opinion wrong
What are the 4 types of communication?
Passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive, assertive
Which level of friendship typically has the most people in it, acquaintances or best friends?
Acquaintances
What is the difference between reciprocity and expectations?
Reciprocity is when you do something for a friend without wanting anything in return and expectation is when you do something for a friend and demand something in return
What are the 4 steps to an apology?
1. Start the apology
2. Admit that what you did was wrong
3. Say what you are going to do in the future
4. Ask for forgiveness
Which communication style is the most effective?
Assertive
What are the 4 Levels of friendship?
1. Acquaintance
2. Peers
3. Close Friends
4. Best Friend
What are the 5 types of boundaries?
Time boundaries, material boundaries, physical boundaries, emotional boundaries, and intellectual boundaries
How are boundaries and trust related?
When boundaries are respected trust is built and when they are not respected on multiple occasions trust is broken
What are the 4 steps to compromising?
1. Explaining point of view
2. Ask questions
3. Explore the middle ground
4. Stick to your word