Healthy
How should you talk to your partner?
Respectfully, don't use harmful words, and time of voice.
What can you do to be more aware of your partner's feelings and emotions?
Wrong- don't point out insecurities, cursing at them, saying that their feelings aren't valid, and more.
Correct- asking them how their day was, comforting them when they are sad, letting them vent to you, and if they don't want to talk about it don't pressure them.
What should you do if you are getting mentally, physically, or verbally abused by your partner?
Wrong- Not tell anyone.
Correct- Tell the authorities, or anyone really.
How should you show affection to your partner when in a relationship (non-sexual)?
Positive physical touch, compliment them, giving random gifts, and always respect.
What can you do to calm you and your partner down in a stressful situation?
Wrong- Ignore them, tell them they'll be fine, just walk away and ignore the situation, and more.
Correct- address the main problem, take a few minutes to calm down away from each other, go outside, talk about possible solutions, and more.
What should you do if your partner is making you feel unsafe or unwanted?
Wrong- don't confront them, just leave it be.
Correct- Use "I statements" to tell them how you feel, or if you really wanted to just break up with them.
What can you do to take the time and be flexible for your partner?
Good communication, team work, planning ahead, and inviting them places with you.
What can you do to focus on the current problem?
Wrong- Mentioning an already existing problem, or blaming them for something irrelevant.
Correct- One detail at a time, if the situation gets heated take a break.
What should you do if your partner is keeping you from friends, family, or plans that you have made and is making you stay home with them?
Wrong- Stay with them and let them control you
Correct- Say no and leave or tell someone.
What can be some strategy to help solve the situation/problem between you and your partner?
Talking it out, communicate wants and needs, remain calm, and tone of voice low.
How can you use “I statements” to help calm the situation?
Wrong- You could start the statement by I feel that you...
Correct- You could start the statement by saying, I feel like we should take a break for our own good. Don't blame then or use the word you.
If you are at the lake with some friends and their partners and your partner gets jealous what could you do.
Wrong- tell your partner to man up and be responsible.
Correct- Leave then talk about it when you get home. Possibly tell someone if your partner is making the situation very heated. Build trust in your relationship.
What words or phrases can you use to help your partner understand your frustrations?
You can use "I statements", use specific details, don't use the blame game, and take responsibility for your actions.
What are some healthy communication skills?
Unhealthy- Not talking at all, ignoring your partner, interrupting them, getting defensive, invalidating your partner's feelings, and more.
Healthy- Telling your partner, active listening, feedback, clearity, confidence, nonverbal communication, and more.
If you and your partner are arguing and they start showing signs of aggressiveness, what should you do?
Wrong- Call the cops, this could make your partner angry and result in an even worse situation.
Correct- Take a breath outside and revisit the conflict later.