Friendships
How can you meet people and encourage new friendships?
Introduce yourself, find out their interest , try to make connections
Why is eye contact important when having a conversation?
Eye contact shows a person's interest, honesty...
How can you tell when someone you are talking with is bored?
Lack of eye contact, minimal response, lack of focus
Attempting to change the subject
What makes a get together with friends so special?
Answers will vary
Are good manners important?
Yes. Why?
Name 3 healthy ways you can keep your friends.
Communicate , Listen and show interest
What is a good way to start a conversation?
Hey how are you doing? How is everything going?
Facial expression is an example of social cue. Give some examples.
Answers will vary.
What was the best concert or live performance that you ever attended? Why was it so special?
NH Christmas parties. There was live music, dancing, food and drinks and a whole lot more
Is respecting personal space important?
Yes. Why?
What destroys a friendship?
lack of communication
lack of interest
negative interactions
What is an example of small talk you could make with a weather theme?
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You are having a conversation with someone you hardly know. They keep touching your arm. You do not like what he is doing. What do you need to do?
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What are 3 affordable places you can go with a friend?
Movies, Mall , Ice cream parlor, beach/pool , park
Are there times that you need to just be by yourself?
Yes. Why?
What do you look for in a friend ?
Answers will vary
How do you show someone that you are actively listening?
eye contact, paraphrasing , nodding head, responding accordingly, asking follow up questions
What is a good thing to say to end a conversation?
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What are some social activities you enjoy doing?
Playing board games, volunteering and more
What are 3 good topics for you to bring up when first meeting someone?
Favorite interest
Hobbies
TV shows
Likes/Dislikes
What are the 2 most desirable qualities in a friend?
Answers will vary
What are some topics you need to avoid discussing with people you don't know?
Personal family/friends difficulties
Personal trauma
etc...
Body language is a type of social cue. Give some examples.
Answers will vary.
What are some places you can go to meet new people?
Answers will vary
Why is it important to develop positive social skills?
To build positive long lasting friendship