Communication
What is one good example of good communication?
Listening, being honest, expressing feelings, etc
What is trust in a relationship?
Believing someone is honest, reliable, and will not harm you.
What is a boundary?
A limit you set to protect your comfort, needs, and well-being.
Is conflict normal in relationships?
Yes.
Is jealousy always healthy?
No.
What does "active listening" mean?
Fully paying attention, not interrupting, responding thoughtfully, etc
What is one way to build trust?
Being honest, keeping promises, showing consistency.
Give an example of a personal boundary.
Needing space, not sharing passwords, saying no, etc.
What is a healthy way to handle conflict?
Talk calmly, listen, compromise.
Name one red flag in a relationship?
Controlling behavior, lack of trust, disrespect.
Why is texting sometimes a bad way to solve conflict?
Misinterpretation, lack of tone, can escalate misunderstandings, etc
True or False: Once trust is broken, it can never be rebuilt?
False. It can be rebuilt, but it takes time and effort.
True or False: You need to explain your boundary for it to be valid.
False.
What is NOT a healthy response to conflict?
Yelling, ignoring, blaming, etc.
Name one green flag.
Respect, support, trust, communication, etc.
What is an "I statement"? Give an example.
Expressing feelings without blame (ex: "I feel upset when.."
What is one example of breaking trust?
Lying, cheating, sharing secrets, being dishonest.
What should someone do if their boundary is not respected?
Reassert it, distance themselves, seek support.
What is a compromise?
Both people give a little to reach a solution.
Is it healthy to check someone's phone without permission?
No.
What is one barrier to healthy communication?
Assuming, not listening, defensiveness, not being able to take accountability, etc.
What is the difference between loyalty and blind loyalty?
Loyalty: supporting someone while still having boundaries
Blind loyalty: supporting someone even when they are wrong or harmful.
Why are boundaries important in relationships?
They build respect, safety, and trust.
Why is taking a break during conflict sometimes helpful?
To cool down and avoid saying harmful things.
What is gaslighting?
Manipulating someone to doubt their reality/feelings.