Healthy Relationships Chapter 6 Definitions Relationship A bond

Healthy Relationships Chapter 6

Definitions • Relationship: A bond or connection you have with another person. • Friendship: A significant relationship between two people that is based on trust, caring, and consideration. • Citizenship: The way you conduct yourself as a member of the community • Role: Part you play in your relationships. • Cooperation: Working together for the good of all • Compromise: Problem solving method in which each participant gives up something to reach a solution that satisfies everyone.

Healthy Relationships • How are your relationships with your family members different from your relationships with your friends? • What should you do if you parents don’t like your friends.

Relationships • Family Relationships: – They last your entire life – Parents take care of your food, clothes, and shelter. – They offer love, care, and support • Friends – Have similar interest – They help build your self-esteem • Community – Provides healthful behaviors by supporting and helping each other by being a good citizen.

Traits of Healthy Relationships • Mutual Respect: Treat other people with respect, and they respect you in return. • Caring: You treat other people with kindness and consideration. • Honesty: Be honest and open with others, rather than concealing your thoughts, feelings, and actions. • Commitment: You contribute to the relationship and work to keep it strong, even if it means making some sacrifices.

Discussion • What are some ways that support and respect enhance a relationship? • What are some of the skills for Building Healthy Relationship?

Building Healthy Relationships • Communication: Interpersonal communication is the exchange of thoughts, feelings, and beliefs between two or more people. – Be a good listener – Express your thoughts and beliefs in a nonthreatening way.

Building Healthy Relationships • Cooperation: Working with others to reach a common good strengthens the relationship • Compromise: The give-and-take of effective compromise strengthens relationships. • Do you have relationships that are lacking some of the qualities? What could you do to strengthen the relationship?

Respecting yourself and Others • How can self respect make a difference in the way you interact with others?

Definitions • Prejudice: An unfair opinion or judgment of a particular group of people. • Stereotype: Exaggerated or oversimplified belief about people who belong to a certain group • Tolerance: The ability to accept others’ differences. • Bullying: Deliberately harming or threatening other people who cannot defend themselves. • Hazing: Making others perform certain task in order to join the group.

Respect Yourself • Self-respect will strengthen your relationships. • When you respect yourself you are more likely to seek out relationships with people who treat you with respect. • Have strong values – Be confident in yourself and you beliefs – Don’t compromise your beliefs just to fit in

Respect Others • Listen to Other People: Be willing to hear and consider their points of view, even if you disagree • Be Considerate of Others’ Feelings: Before you act or speak consider how it might effect the other person. • Develop Mutual Trust: Let others know they can trust you by being honest and dependable. • Be Realistic in your Expectations: Ex. You can’t always expect friends and family to always make you their to priority.

Effective Communication • How does it feel to listen to a person who is pushy, rude, or hostile? • How do you deal with a person who acts like that?

Communication Styles • Aggressive: overly forceful, pushy, or hostile. May be in a threatening manner. – May not pay attention to others thoughts or feelings • Passive: Unwilling or unable to express thoughts and feelings in a direct or firm manner • Assertive: Expressing your views clearly and respectfully. • Which method is the best and what are the problems with the other 2?

Using “I” Messages • “I” Message: statement that focuses on your feelings rather than on someone else’s behavior • Ex. Instead of saying “you never listen to anything I say” • Say “I feel like my suggestions aren’t being taken serious” • “You always ignore me when your other friends are around” • “I feel hurt when I’m left out of a conversation”

“I” Message Myth vs. Facts • Myth: I need to use a “you” message to get someone to change his or her behavior. • Fact: “I” messages are more effective because they don’t point blame at the other person. You messages can seem disrespectful • Myth: “I” messages are a passive way to communicate • Fact: “I” messages are an assertive style of communication. You clearly express your thoughts and feelings.

Listening Skills • Active Listening: Paying close attention to what someone is saying and communicating. • Don’t Interrupt: Give your full attention. • Show Interest: Give eye contact to the speaker, nod, or give feedback.

Listening Skills • Restate what you Hear: Rephrase or summarize the speaker’s words to make sure you understand. • Ask Questions: Asking questions can help you understand what the speaker is saying. It also helps clarify what the speaker is saying. • Show Empathy: Let the other person know that you can relate to their feelings. Try not to pass judgment on the speakers views or beliefs.

Nonverbal Communication • Body Language: nonverbal communication through gestures, facial expressions, behaviors, and posture. • What are some examples of body language and how can they affect communication?