Communication & YOU
Talking, texting, and saying “Good morning!” are examples of what type of communication? (HINT yappers do a lot of this)
Verbal Communication!
TRUE OR FALSE: Everyone has the SAME method to reduce their reaction to "unfair" situations
FALSE: Everyone has a different method to help STOP a big reaction!
TRUE OR FALSE: Emotions send signals to the body?
TRUE! Emotions send signals to the body to let the brain know if they feel; safe, happy, sad, or even confused!
TRUE OR FALSE: Boundaries need to be respected by both parties and continue to support connection
TRUE! Connection and clarity!
TRUE OR FALSE: Two people can have opposite perspectives when experiencing the same event?
TRUE! Several folks can have different perspectives when experiencing the same event, story, movie, and even conversations!
DAILY DOUBLE
Without using words, show “excited” using only body language. What type of communication are you using?
Answer:
Nonverbal communication. Nice job you look very excited!
Jack thinks someone is ignoring them. What’s something they can do before jumping to conclusions?
Answer: Ask a question, consider their personal life, focus on yourself, continue to give space!
Molly said "I felt _____ when my teacher told me I was in trouble for talking during lecture." But Molly thought it was free time.
Jenna and Robbie watched a movie, Jenna loved it while Robbie hated it. Why can both opinions be true?
Answer: Both opinions can be true based on their preferred movie tastes.
Giving a thumbs up, or waving hello are examples of what kind of communication?
Answer:
Nonverbal communication OR Body Language.
You get a text message that sounds rude. What’s a smart step to take before reacting?
Answer: Pause, reread the message, don't assume the tone OR wait to respond! No need to rush a response!
Deep breathing, counting to 10, and talking a break are all forms of what?
Answer: Coping skills!
DAILY DOUBLE
What do people use boundaries for?
Answer: To express what they will or won't accept in relationships; coworkers, friends, family!
Two people are standing in the rain, one person is laughing while the other person is upset. Why might they feel differently?
Answer: Different experiences with rain! One of them loves or enjoys the rain, and the other does not want to get wet!
A person says “I’m fine,” but they are looking down, frowning, and speaking quietly. What type of body language is displayed?
Answer: Closed body language, let's give space!
Anna feels really angry and wants to throw/slam something. What’s a safer choice Anna can make instead?
Answer: Choose a safe alternative; use words, step away from objects, phone a friend, go for a walk!
Avoiding emotions can cause WHAT kind of reaction? HINT it ain't small!
Answer: An explosive or big reaction, I.e yelling loudly, crossing boundaries, miscommunication
Define personal space
Answer: The empty space or extra room distance a person requests for their own needs.
True or False: Education and life experience can alter peoples perspectives?
TRUE: Everyone has different experiences, education, and environments that can shape perspectives!
TRUE OR FALSE?
“Only words matter in communication.”
Answer:
False — body language, facial expressions, and voice tone matter too!
Someone cuts you off while you’re talking. What’s a respectful way to handle it AFTER you pause?
Answer: Use a calm voice/tone......"To continue what I was saying",...." I was not finished", *continue after you pause* ignore
You start to feel really frustrated during an activity. What is one thing you can do to calm your body before reacting?
Answer: Talk to a support person, count to 10, breaths, movement break, separation and then come back to the activity!
True or False: Boundaries do not help take better care of yourself
False! Boundaries DO help take care of yourself!
Maggie has her first day at Soccer camp, how might she be feeling on his first day? HINT: put yourself in Maggie's shoes!
Answer: Nervous, excited, wary, upset, happy, unsure, unafraid! All emotions are valid in this example!