Know their _____
NAME
Sad
T/F: Eye contact, facial expression, and body language are social cues.
TRUE! The words you say are only a small part of communication; social cues play a large role!
Happy
If someone has their arms crossed, how might they be feeling?
Uncomfortable or annoyed.
Sometimes, however, people just feel comfortable having their arms crossed! Other social cues can help you figure it out.
What should you have so you can contact them?
Phone number
Your parents can have their parents' number. Exchanging usernames for online games is also a good way to contact each other in that particular game!
Scared
T/F: It is important to turn your face and body toward someone when you are talking to them or they are talking to you.
TRUE! This indicates you are listening, and helps others feel like you are a good listener.
You sit next to your friend at lunch. They look at you, then scoot away from you, just a bit.
Why?
You were too close/in their personal space.
When do you hang out with friends?
During your free time!
Disgusted
T/F: You should NEVER look away from your conversation partner; always maintain eye contact to be a good listener!
FALSE! It is natural to look away for brief moments. "Staring" can make people feel uncomfortable.
Surprised
You are telling your friend about your favorite Genshin Impact character, and how you managed to finally farm enough materials to level them, and their weapon, to 90; they roll their eyes and say, "You told me this yesterday."
How do they feel?
Annoyed, because you are telling them information you have already shared with them.
What is something important you should you know about friends?
Likes and dislikes
Bored
If someone rolls their eyes, how might they be feeling? Bonus 50: Is this a polite way to show your feelings?
NO! Sometimes it's better to either communicate why you are feeling frustrated or annoyed, or just say nothing.
Confused
You are telling your friend about a movie you just watched; they are looking at you, smiling, nodding, and keep asking questions about the movie. Are they interested or disinterested?
Interested! They are engaging in active listening (smiling, nodding, and participating)
You might want to consider how long you have been talking about the movie and change the subject soon, though!
How can you show them you care?
There are many ways!
Ask about their interests
Ask them how their day is going, how their weekend went, what their plans are, etc.
Make time to hang out in free time and ensure they are enjoying their time with you.
A good friend will return the favor!
Annoyed
Actively using social cues to show your partner that you are listening is called ______ _______
Active Listening
Frustrated, exasperated; "over it"
You finally gather up the courage to introduce yourself to a new person at lunch, while they are reading a book. You get their attention and tell them your name. Without looking at you, they say, "Nice to meet you."
What are their social cues telling you?
That they are not interested in introducing themself, becoming friends, having a conversation, etc.