Basics
What are two examples of healthy family communication?
-Eye contact
-Allowing both sides to share their side of the story
-patience
-breaks (if necessary)
What does a good relationship with your parents look like….
Respect for each other
Understanding each other’s feelings
Trust for one another
Concern for the other’s well being
Knowing each other’s wants, likes, dislikes, and what is important to them
What is the most popular sport in the United States?
American football
True or False: Making sure the time and place is right for having good conversations.
True
Fill in the blank:
Trust and Respect are built on keeping your ___.
Trust and Respect are built on keeping your promises.
What is the name of the biggest technology company in South Korea?
Answer: Samsung
Changes happen in 5 different developmental areas, what are those areas?
Physical
Mental
Social
Emotional
Moral
True or false:
It is important to listen and take others opinions seriously when communicating.
True
What is the name of the largest ocean on earth?
Answer: Pacific Ocean
Why Don’t You Talk to Your Parents? (think examples from the presentation)
Fear that you are not trusted
Being misunderstood
Fear of punishment
Fear of lecture
Feeling that parents are stubborn
Indifference
Don’t want anyone “in your business”
How can you build a good relationship with you parents?
Be Courteous
Be Thoughtful
Recognize Special Efforts
Say You Care
Be Supportive
What was the first soft drink in space?
Answer: Coca Cola
What are some tips for communication? (think examples from the presentation)
Listen
Think about both points of view.
What are the common goals?
Show interest
Be direct
Try to answer with detail
Control your emotions
Be honest
Be respectful
Don’t argue
Support each other
Focus on topic
Use positive body language
Why is it important to spend time together with your family?
No matter how busy, take some time
with your family
Let them know you care
Which is the only edible food that never goes bad?
Honey