DEAR MAN
What does the “D” in DEAR stand for?
Describe
Your battle buddy is loud at night. What skill can you use?
DEAR MAN
What happens when you react without thinking?
You lose control / make things worse
What is the main hospital on Fort Jackson?
Moncrief Army Health Clinic
Yelling at someone when frustrated — helpful or harmful?
Harmful
What do the first 4 letters (DEAR) focus on?
"What you say"
If someone is skipping duties, what should you do instead of staying quiet?
Speak up using DEAR MAN
What is a common mistake: blaming or explaining?
Blaming
What does TMC stand for?
Troop Medical Clinic
Someone cuts in line at chow. Do you stay quiet or say something respectfully?
Say something respectfully
What does the “R” in DEAR stand for?
Reinforce
In SIQ, what is a common stress that affects communication?
Boredom / frustration / waiting / injury
What happens when emotions take over communication?
Poor decisions / conflict
Where do soldiers go to update ID cards and benefits?
DEERS
You’re frustrated being in SIQ and someone makes a joke about you. What’s the best response?
Stay in control and respond calmly (don’t react emotionally)
What does MAN focus on?
"How you say it"
When talking to cadre, what should your tone be?
Calm and respectful
What do most people do instead of using DEAR MAN?
Stay quiet or blow up
What is one responsibility of a battle buddy?
Support / accountability / safety
Someone keeps complaining all day and it’s affecting your mindset. What’s the best move?
Stay focused and don’t engage negatively / respond calmly
Give one example of appearing confident
Eye contact / calm voice / straight posture
What happens if you don’t communicate properly in the Army?
Conflict / misunderstanding / problems
What is more important in communication: what you say or how you say it?
Both
What is one core Army value?
Loyalty / Duty / Respect / Selfless Service / Honor / Integrity / Personal Courage
You feel like staying quiet to avoid problems. What is the risk of that?
Problems continue / builds frustration