Effective Communication
First step to Effective Communication.
Eye Contact
What is one step from Maintaining Relationships
-asking for feedback
- expressing concern
- compromising
- include the other person
- don't exclude anyone
Why is the step of "identify what is causing the feelings of stress" important?
If you don't know what's causing you stress, you have a harder time doing something that will help you feel better/solving the problem.
Why do we set goals?
We set goals so we make sure we are on track to live our life the way we want to.
What is Evan's favorite game to play with Jessica
Miraculous
What does it mean to reflect back?
To restate what you heard to make sure you understood correctly.
Give an example of asking for feedback
- hey, is there a way I could do better at cleaning this?
- how could I improve my communication skills so we don't have to yell?
- etc.
What are some relaxation techniques we talked about that are effective for you?
- reading
- talking to someone
- cleaning
- sleeping
- showering
What's the difference between long term and short term goals?
Long term goals are normally achieved within 10+ years, where as short term goals are achieved either within a day or a week.
What is Victoria's favorite treat to get with Jessica
Cherry dipped vanilla cone from Dairy Queen
Give an example of a scenario when you can use Effective Communication. Practice that scenairo.
- asking mom a question
- setting up plans with someone
- talking to a teacher about a grade
Practice how you would express concern to another person.
- "it concerns me when you get so stressed, because then I don't feel that I cant talk to you
- "I'm concerned that I won't pass this class, is there a way I could get help?
- "I'm concerned about how much I am watching Evan, can we work out a different schedule?
After you do a relaxing technique or activity, what should you do?
Reward yourself for doing it.
Your values help you determine what is important to you and what goals you want to prioritize.
Who is Victoria's husband
Timothee Chalamet
Name all 6 steps to Effective Communication.
1. eye contact
2. remain calm
3. listen without interupting
4. reflect back
5. ask if person feels understood
6. reflect back again till person feels understood
Name all five steps to Maintaining Relationships
1. ask for and give feedback
2. express concern and appropriate affection
3. compromise
4. include everyone in plans
5. don't exclude anyone
Name all five steps to Managing Stress
1. Identify what situation is causing stress
2. Identify how your body is reacting (where are you feeling it)
3. Choose a relaxation technique
4. Generalize where and how you do it
5. Reward yourself for doing the relaxation technique
Give an example of a set of short term goals for the day and explain how you would go about achieving those goals for the day.
- homework, shower, clean, dinner
- go out with friends, come home, go to bed early
- get ready to go swimming, go swimming, come home and shower
What is Kathryn's favorite candy
Nerd clusters