Communication Styles
This style avoids expressing feelings or needs and often says “I’m fine” even when upset.
What is passive communication?
This is one of the fastest ways to calm your nervous system in the moment.
What is deep breathing or a breathing exercise?
This practice is about observing your thoughts without judgment.
What is mindfulness meditation?
This is one way to express your thoughts and release emotional pressure privately.
What is journaling?
This is one way to make a new connection without pressure.
What is asking someone a simple question or giving a compliment?
This style expresses needs but does so with sarcasm, guilt-tripping, or silent treatment.
What is passive-aggressive communication?
This is something you can do to track "triggers" and release mental pressure.
What is journaling?
This is one benefit of practicing mindfulness regularly.
What is reduced anxiety, clearer thinking, or better emotion regulation?
This kind of support lets you talk through your feelings with someone you trust.
What is calling a sponsor, therapist, or friend?
This is a helpful thing to do when you feel left out in a group.
What is speak up or find a way to join the conversation?
This style expresses thoughts and feelings directly, clearly, and respectfully.
What is assertive communication?
This phrase reminds you to pause instead of reacting immediately.
What is “respond, don’t react” or “pause and breathe”?
This simple phrase helps you shift into presence: “Where are my ___ right now?”
What is “feet” (or body)?
This strategy involves naming emotions to regulate them.
What is “name it to tame it” or awareness?
This nonverbal behavior makes you appear more open and engaged.
What is making eye contact or nodding?
This is how someone might respond in an aggressive communication style.
What is yelling, blaming, or dominating the conversation?
This grounding technique uses your senses to stay present.
What is 5-4-3-2-1 grounding?
This practice involves repeating kind and encouraging words to yourself to shift your mental and emotional state.
What are positive affirmations (or positive self-suggestions)?
This supportive process involves talking with a trained professional to better understand yourself, process emotions, and develop healthier coping strategies.
What is therapy?
This is one thing you can do after group to stay connected.
What is exchange numbers or check in with someone you related to?
This is a benefit of using assertive communication.
What is healthy boundaries, self-respect, or better relationships?
This kind of routine helps with long-term emotional balance.
What is a self-care or healthy coping routine?
This creative activity can help express emotions, reduce stress, and promote mindfulness through colors, sounds, or movement.
What is using art or music as a healthy coping strategy?
These distorted thinking patterns—like black-and-white thinking or catastrophizing—can lead to anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem.
What are cognitive distortions?
This is a social skill that helps resolve misunderstandings calmly.
What is conflict resolution or assertive communication?