Relationship Choices
Understanding and Expressing Feelings
R - 5.1: recognize that presenting feelings may mask underlying feelings; e.g., anger can mask frustration, hurt
R - 5.2: identify and use long-term strategies for managing feelings; e.g., dealing with disappointment, discouragement
R - 5.3: recognize that stressors affect individuals differently, and outline ways individuals respond to stress
R - 5.4: practise effective communication skills; e.g., active listening, perception checks
Interactions
R - 5.5: identify possible changes in family relationships, and explore strategies for dealing with change; e.g., loss
R - 5.6: investigate the benefits of fostering a variety of relationships throughout the life cycle; e.g., cross-age relationships
R - 5.7: apply mediation skills when resolving conflicts; e.g., recognize feelings of others, allow others to express opinions
Group Roles and Processes
R - 5.8: develop strategies to address personal roles and responsibilities in groups; e.g., dealing with conflict in group situations
R - 5.9: explore respectful communication strategies that foster group/team development; e.g., encourage participation of all group members