Personal Space
The minimum recommended distance for personal space during a conversation.
What is about an arm's length or 1-2 feet?
When having a conversation, it's important to do this more than talking.
What is listening?
This social skill involves introducing yourself and starting a conversation.
What is making small talk?
When someone avoids eye contact and crosses their arms, they might be giving off this type of social cue.
What is a closed-off or defensive cue?
How do you describe the concept of "treating others as you would like to be treated"?
What is "The Golden Rule"?
This term describes the imaginary boundary you should respect when talking to someone.
What is personal space?
Before asking a personal question, consider whether it's related to this type of topic.
What is appropriate or suitable?
When meeting someone for the first time, it's important to make this type of friendly gesture.
What is a friendly smile or a wave?
A friendly smile and open body language are examples of these types of social cues.
What are welcoming or friendly cues?
How should you respond when someone disagrees with you to show respect?
What is "Responding with empathy and understanding" or "Being open to different viewpoints"?
When someone takes a step back during a conversation, they might need more of this.
What is personal space or room to breathe?
This term describes a conversation that's polite and suitable for the situation.
What is appropriate conversation?
This skill involves paying attention to verbal and nonverbal cues to understand how someone is feeling.
What is empathy or reading emotions?
If someone is nodding their head while you speak, it's a cue that they are doing this.
What is showing agreement or understanding?
What is the respectful thing to do when you make a mistake?
What is "Admitting your mistake" or "Taking responsibility"?
In a crowded elevator, it's important to maintain this with others.
What is respect for personal space?
When someone asks about a sensitive topic, you can respond by changing the subject or using this phrase.
What is "I'd rather not discuss that" or "Let's talk about something else"?
Good social skills include this aspect of conversation, where you acknowledge the other person's comments.
What is active listening or giving feedback?
In a conversation, it's important to respond appropriately to these cues to keep the conversation going.
What are verbal and nonverbal cues?
What behavior demonstrates respect when you've hurt someone's feelings?
What is "Apologizing and making amends" or "Acknowledging their feelings"?
Ignoring personal space boundaries can make others feel uncomfortable or like their boundaries are being ___________.
What is invaded or crossed?
Inappropriate comments, especially of a sexual nature, can create an uncomfortable _______________.
What is atmosphere or environment?
Developing strong social skills can help you build positive __________ with others.
What are relationships or connections?
Misinterpreting social cues can lead to this type of situation, where people feel uncomfortable.
What is a social misunderstanding or awkwardness?
How can you show respect for others' perspectives and opinions?
What is "Respecting their perspectives" or "Listening to their thoughts and ideas"?