One friend feels the other is taking their friendship for granted because she is dropped whenever a boy asks for a date. Two sisters are angry that clothes are borrowed and not returned or returned in poor condition. D. Teach reflective listening skills. Discuss how the situation and outcome are affected. E. Remind students that feelings are not right or wrong.
Different people feel differently about various topics.
Practice discussing controversial issues in pairs, having students role play communication skills that value the feelings of others while still stating personal feelings on the topic. F. Set up panel discussions involving two people with opposing opinions and two negotiators. Role play good communication skills on various topics until the feelings of both parties are known, then have negotiators lead a compromise. Allow students to evaluate and suggest other possible solutions. It won't hurt anybody.