What Is Communication?
What does “communication” mean?
Sharing ideas, feelings, or needs with someone else.
What does calm communication look like?
Talking in a normal voice and using respectful words.
What is listening?
Paying attention to someone when they're talking.
Why is it important to name your feelings?
It helps others understand you.
What is the first step when you’re upset?
Take a moment to calm down.
Name one way we communicate besides talking.
Body language, facial expressions, texting, emojis, writing.
What does shut-down communication look like?
Not speaking, shrugging, avoiding eye contact, saying “I don’t care.”
Name one way to show you’re listening.
Eye contact, nodding, not interrupting.
Fill in the blank: “I feel _____.”
Any real feeling.
What does it mean to “use your words”?
Tell someone how you feel or what you need.
What makes communication “mindful”?
Thinking before you speak and being aware of how your words affect others.
What does explosive communication look like?
Yelling, slamming things, saying hurtful words.
Why is interrupting unhelpful?
It makes the other person feel unheard.
What is one body sensation that tells you you’re upset?
Stomach ache, red face, tight chest, shaky hands.
What is a compromise?
Meeting in the middle so everyone gets something they want.
Why is tone of voice important?
It changes how your message feels to someone else.
What is clear communication?
Saying exactly what you need or feel in a respectful way.
What’s one thing that makes listening hard?
Noise, distractions, being upset, thinking about something else.
What is one healthy way to calm down before talking?
Deep breathing, counting, taking space, grounding.
Why is yelling not a good solution?
It makes the problem bigger and people stop listening.
What is one time today you communicated without even realizing it?
Any example: shrugging, smiling, ignoring someone, etc.
Which is healthiest: calm, shut-down, or explosive? Why?
Calm—people listen better when you’re respectful and clear.
What is active listening?
Listening with your ears, eyes, and body — and showing you care.
Give an example of a helpful feeling sentence.
“I feel frustrated when people talk over me.”
What is one thing you can say to solve a conflict peacefully?
“Can we find a solution?”, “Let’s take a break,” “Here’s what I need...”