Healthy Relationships
What is a sign of a healthy relationship?
Mutual respect, trust, good communication, etc.
What’s one red flag in a relationship?
Constant jealousy, lying, or disrespect.
What is active listening?
Giving full attention, nodding, not interrupting, and responding thoughtfully.
What does consent mean?
A clear and enthusiastic “yes” to something, given freely.
A friend shares something personal. What do you do?
Listen, keep it private, and ask how you can support them.
Name one way to show respect in a relationship.
Listening, keeping promises, respecting boundaries, etc.
Why is jealousy a red flag?
It shows insecurity and can lead to controlling behavior.
What are “I” statements?
A way to express how you feel without blaming others (e.g., "I feel upset when...").
True or False: Consent can be taken back at any time.
True. Consent can be withdrawn at any time.
Someone pressures you to do something you're not cool with. What’s a response?
“I’m not okay with that,” or “No thanks, I’m good.”
What does setting boundaries mean?
Telling others what you're okay with and not okay with.
How can you tell if someone is being controlling?
They make all the decisions, isolate you from others, or get mad when you set boundaries.
Why is body language important in communication?
It shows how we feel even when we’re not talking—can show interest, anger, or confusion.
What does “enthusiastic consent” look like?
The person is excited and clearly wants to participate—no pressure involved.
Your partner seems upset but says “I’m fine.” What do you do?
Gently ask if they want to talk and give them space if needed.
What's the difference between love and control?
Love supports freedom and growth; control tries to limit or dominate.
What should you do if a friend is in an unhealthy relationship?
Talk to them, listen, support them, and encourage them to seek help.
How do you handle conflict in a respectful way?
Stay calm, listen, use "I" statements, try to understand the other side.
Why is silence NOT consent?
Because not saying “no” doesn’t mean “yes”—they might feel afraid or uncomfortable.
You hear a rumor about someone you know. How do you handle it?
Don’t spread it, and check in with the person privately if you're concerned.
How can trust be built in relationships?
Being honest, keeping your word, showing up, and respecting privacy.
Name 3 red flags that may show up in dating relationships.
Name-calling, ignoring your boundaries, abuse, etc.
Give an example of how to disagree without being disrespectful.
“I see your point, but I feel differently because…”
Give a scenario where consent is required, even if you're dating.
Any physical activity—just because you're dating doesn’t mean automatic consent.
A friend disrespects someone’s boundaries. How do you step in?
Call them out respectfully, remind them about respect and consent.