Self Awareness & Communication

What is an emotion?

• An emotion is a complex psychological state.

• An emotion is a mathematical equation.

• An emotion is a simple physiological response.

• An emotion is a type of food.

How can body language help us communicate?

• Body language is only important in written communication

• Body language can only confuse communication

• Body language provides additional context and meaning to verbal communication, enhancing understanding and connection between individuals.

• Body language has no impact on communication

What does it mean to actively listen to someone?

• Actively listening requires showing disinterest and lack of engagement

• Actively listening involves interrupting the speaker frequently

• To actively listen to someone means to fully concentrate on what is being said, show interest, and provide feedback for better understanding.

• To actively listen means to ignore the speaker and focus on other tasks

Why is it important to respect personal boundaries?

• Ignoring personal boundaries leads to stronger relationships

• Respecting personal boundaries is a sign of weakness

• Personal boundaries are irrelevant in social interactions

• Respecting personal boundaries is important to show consideration for others' autonomy, feelings, and limits, build trust, maintain healthy relationships, and prevent misunderstandings or conflicts.

What is conflict resolution and why is it important?

• Conflict resolution is a sign of weakness and should be avoided.

• Conflict resolution is important for maintaining positive relationships, improving communication, and preventing escalation of conflicts.

• Conflict resolution only benefits one party involved.

• Conflict resolution is unnecessary and leads to more problems.

Can you name a positive emotion?

• Fear

• Anger

• Happiness

• Sadness

How can you show someone you are actively listening to them?

• Maintain eye contact, nod occasionally, ask relevant questions, summarize what they said, provide feedback

• Check your phone constantly

• Stare blankly without responding

• Interrupt frequently

What are some examples of personal boundaries?

• Spiritual boundaries

• Physical boundaries, emotional boundaries, time boundaries, and material boundaries

• Social boundaries

• Mental boundaries

How can you resolve a conflict peacefully?

• Avoid the conflict and hope it resolves itself

• Practice active listening, express emotions calmly, seek to understand the other person's perspective, find common ground, and work together towards a mutually beneficial solution.

• Yell and scream to make your point heard

• Physically intimidate the other person

Why is it important to understand your own emotions?

• Emotions have no impact on personal growth

• Understanding emotions is a waste of time

• It helps in self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills.

• It leads to confusion and indecisiveness