GIVE Skill
What does the G stand for in the GIVE skill?
Gentle or (be) Gentle!
What does the E stand for in DEAR MAN?
Express or Express (clearly)
When we're staying mindful, we're trying our best to stay in the _________ moment.
Present
When using the GIVE skill, how can we show that we have "interest" in what the other person is saying?
Any of the following answers or something similar:
- Eye contact
-Nodding head
-Body language
What does it mean to “Express” in DEAR MAN?
Share your feelings or opinions (e.g., “I feel worried when you don’t text me back”).
What can you do if you are trying to practice mindfulness, and a past or future thought arises?
Gently acknowledge the thought and bring yourself back to the present.
True or False: The GIVE skill helps you keep relationships healthy.
TRUE
True or False: DEAR MAN is used to help get your needs met while keeping relationships healthy.
True
Please name 2 examples of when you can use mindfulness outside of group.
Any 2 examples of this will be correct!
What does the “E” in GIVE stand for?
Easy Manner
What does the “A” in MAN stand for?
Appear Confident
What are the 5 senses?
Sight, hearing, smell, touch, taste
Please give an example of when you should NOT "validate" someone (when it wouldn't be effective)
If they provided an example, that will work.
Using this, “Your roommate plays music too loud at night," please come up with an example of how to describe the situation to your roommate.
Anything similar to:
“The music has been playing loudly for the past 20 minutes, and I can hear it clearly in my room.”
How can mindfulness skills help us?
Instead of worrying about the past or future, mindfulness helps us focus on right now.
Help calm us down.