Community-Building
This is a type of community that focuses on learning as much as possible, and does so together
What is a school?
This is something we do everyday, only deeper, with more meaning.
What is deep breathing?
This is a term that refers to the act of treating others with consideration and politeness
What is respect?
To talk really loudly, and with anger. It only ever escalates tension.
What is yelling?
This is a skill that involves thoughtful words to convey feelings, thoughts, etc.
What is communication?
In circles, this is the object that allows you to speak, and should keep others quiet...
What is a talking piece?
Put one foot in front of the other and then repeat!
What is going for a walk?
This is a skill that refers to the ability to control and manage your emotions and impulses, allowing you to respond to situations thoughtfully rather than react impulsively.
What is regulation? (or self-regulation)
This is something that folk often revert to in order to resolve conflict, usually ending in at least one person being hurt.
What is violence?
This rule, that dates back centuries, across civilizations, is all about fairness. Think about how you want to be treated.
What is the golden rule? (or, Do unto others...)
A skill that was mentioned in every class as a value we wanted incorporated into our community guidelines. Shhh, do you hear that?
What is listening?
Being creative helps put our minds at ease! This subject helps us channel negative energy into something fun!
What is art (music, painting, drawing, etc.)?
Different from sympathy, this term speaks towards being able to actually feel what someone else is experiencing, not just understanding it.
What is empathy?
This is a set of words used to emphasize feelings, spoken when hurt. It's not a kind of "promise!"
What is swearing?
As all things should be, this term refers to the ideal energy input from any and all people in a relationship.
What is balance?
In a successful community, everyone can feel a sense of...
What is belonging?
Your favorite things make you happy! After all, everyone needs a ...
What is a hobby?
This term refers to the general study of all things mental (emotions, thoughts, brain)
What is psychology?
Too far! Bringing in this type of community often hits really close to home, sis.
What is family?
Often used in healthy relationships, this kind of statement allows someone to express themselves and why, without assigning blame to the other person.
What is an "I feel" statement?
This is a set of rules that a community comes together to make for themselves, holding themselves accountable.
What are community agreements? (Or community guidlines)
A skill and a mindset. By focusing only on one thing we do, and controlling that to its fullest, we can be...
What is [being] mindful?
This refers to the ability to communicate in a way that is often really, truly clear.
What is articulation?
A put down with power. Calling someone a *this* is incredibly derogatory, often at the expense of their race, sexuality, gender identity, etc.
What is a slur?
This refers to one's ability to make decisions for themselves, and is protected in healthy relationships
What is agency?