Body Language
What is the first body language that you should do when beginning a conversation?
Look at the person and make eye contact.
Introduce yourself using appropriate language to a person you have never met before.
"Hi, my name is _________. What's yours?"
Fill in the following emtion:
______ is feeling or showing pleasure or satisfaction.
Happines or a related synonym, such as cheerful, joyful, or delightful.
You are trying to get to the new Walmart location that is closer to your apartment. However, when you ask someone for directions, they suddenly change the topic to shopping.
Example: "Talking about shopping, do you happen to know where the new Walmart is?"
OR
"That is interesting but can you direct me to the new Walmart location?"
True/False: I am NOT responsible for the consequences of my behavior whenever I'm frustrated.
False: You are responsible for your own behaviors because you control yourself and your emotions. Make sure to use a coping strategy when you become angry or upset.
Name 2 things you can do with your face or body that will indicate that you are interested in what someone is saying?
Eye contact
Nod your head
Sit up straight
Ect.
Role Play: Invite a friend to do something this weekend.
Example: "Hey, would you like to see a movie or hangout with me this weekend?"
True/False: Knowledge of personal feelings and emotions creates self-awareness
True!
You have been taking part in a bowling group. 2 weeks ago a new person, Mark, joined the group, but you have not had the opportunity to speak with him yet. This morning you would like to meet Mark on the bus over to the bowling alley.
"Good morning Mark! My name is _____. I have noticed you attending my bowling group the last few weeks. Is it okay if I sit next to you?"... then continue the conversation.
Using active listening will help you to…
a. Keep a conversation going
b. End a conversation quickly
c. Cause confusion
A. Keep the conversation going
The answer is A because by actively listening, you will know what is going on in the conversation and you will know what to talk about or say next.
True/False: When sitting in a chair during group sessions, it is expected that you will slouch in your chair with your arms crossed to demonstrate you are paying attention.
False. Sitting up straight demonstrates active listening.
Give an example of how to end a conversation appropriatley and inappropratley.
Appropriate Ex: “I’ve got to go, but I’d love to talk again sometime.”
Inappropriate Ex: Roll your eyes and act impatient, looking at your watch, and just walking away.
Role play expressing a positive emotion to a peer.
Example: "Joe I am very thankful that you reminded me to come to group today!"
OR
"Sherry thank you for listening to me when I was upset. It made me feel better about the situation in order to calm my anxiety."
At your last appointment with your psychiatrist, you were told that you will have a new case manager from now on. An appointment is made for the next day for your new case manager to come over to your house to see how your house is set up. After 3 days, your case manager has still not arrived.
Call your psychiatrist to confirm the appointment time and location.
OR
Call your new case manager to set up a new appointment.
To keep a conversation going, open ended questions are a good resource to use. Give an example of an open-ended question for the topic of lunch.
What did you think of lunch today?
What was you favorite things about lunch today?
Rolling your eyes and sighing heavily when someone is talking is considered to be ______ behavior.
Inappropriate or rude behavior.
A good friend has borrowed money from you several times in the past. You now need that money back because it has accumulated to $200 and you have a rent bill to pay. Ask your friend for you money back.
Example: "Hey ___, I am having a hard time paying my rent this month because _______. Can you pay me back the $200 I lent you last month so that I can pay my bill? I would really appreciate it."
Role play and express an unpleasant emotion: A friend bails on you for plans you had to go see a movie you really wanted to.
Example: "JC I was really excited to see this movie with you. When you did not show up I was dissaopionted and upset. Why did you not show up?"
Make sure to use a calm voice rather than yelling.
You are talking with a friend at a lunch BBQ. While you are talking, you see a old friend that you have not seen in a while. You would like to catch up with them before they leave. What do you do?
Tell the person you are talking with that you have enjoyed having a conversation with them and end the conversation appropriatley...
OR
Tell the person you are talking with that you would like to say hi to your old friend and that you will be right back to continue your conversation.
If you are talking to a person you never met before you should probably use…
a. Low-disclosure statements about yourself
b. High-disclosure statements about yourself
A. A low-disclosure statement about yourself becuase you do not want to over share or tell too much about yourself to a stranger.
When communicating with others, why are gestures important?
Gestures help others fruther understand what we are saying and what we are feeling.
You are having a conversation with your neighbor who you know likes to talk for hours at a time. You think that he is a great person; however, you decide that you have other things that you need to get done today.
Example: "_____ it has been great talking with you today, but unfortunatley I have a long list of things to get done today. Is it okay if we continue this coversation another time?"
Fear can prevent individuals from communicating with other individuals. Give an example of one thing someone may fear that causes a decrease in social interactions.
Examples: Fear of rejection, fear of embarrasement, fear of a panic attack, ect.
Your treatment team is discussing new goals for improved treatment however they have not asked you and you would like to share your ideas about new goals. What do you do?
A. Sit quietly and leave it to the professionals.
B. Wait for a break in the conversation and say "Excuse me, but I would really like to share my thoughts on new goals as well".
C. Start to talk about the weather.
B. Wait for a break in the conversation and say "Excuse me, but I would really like to share my thoughts on new goals as well".
Name 2 ways you can cope before/during a social interaction when you are anxious.
Examples: Deep breathing, using a sensory fidget, fidgeting with your fingers, count to 10 in your head, or think about what you will say ahead of time.