COMMUNICATION SKILLS
This communication style expresses needs clearly and respectfully without aggression or passivity.
What is assertive communication
his term describes limits you set to protect your time, energy, and emotional well‑being
What are boundaries
Volunteering, joining clubs, and participating in group activities help build this sense of belonging
What is community connection
This approach to conflict focuses on finding a solution that benefits everyone involved.
What is collaboration
This term describes taking intentional breaks from social media to protect your mental and social well‑being
What is a digital detox
This skill involves fully focusing on the speaker, rather than planning your response while they talk
What is active listening
This relationship quality involves being honest about your feelings, needs, and experiences
What is authenticity
This term describes the network of people you can rely on for support, encouragement, and companionship
What is a social support system
This skill involves recognizing your own emotions before responding in a tense situation
What is self‑regulation
This practice involves being thoughtful about what you share online and how it affects your relationships
What is digital mindfulness
This type of question encourages deeper conversation, often starting with “how,” “what,” or “why.”
What are open‑ended questions
This is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person
What is empathy
This type of relationship involves mutual trust, shared interests, and consistent positive interactions
What is a healthy friendship
This type of statement focuses on your feelings and needs rather than blaming the other person
What is an “I‑statement”
This concept refers to maintaining healthy boundaries between online interactions and real‑life relationships
What is digital‑life balance
This nonverbal cue — such as nodding or leaning in — signals that you’re engaged in the conversation
What is body language
This concept refers to recognizing your own needs, values, and limits in relationships
What is self‑awareness
Participating in shared traditions or rituals helps strengthen this sense of group identity.
What is belonging
This conflict‑resolution strategy focuses on acknowledging the other person’s feelings before offering solutions.
What is validation
This behaviour involves scrolling through social media to avoid starting a task you feel overwhelmed by
What is procrastination scrolling/Doom Scrolling
This type of communication uses tone, facial expression, and posture to convey meaning beyond words
What is nonverbal communication
This quality in friendships means you can rely on someone to follow through on what they say.
What is dependability
This term describes the feeling of being valued and accepted by a group
What is social inclusion/Belonging/Acceptance
This conflict style involves avoiding the issue entirely, often to keep the peace temporarily
What is avoidance
This behaviour involves using streaming, gaming, or scrolling to avoid having difficult conversations
What is digital conflict avoidance