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Why is it important to be vulnerable with friends and family?
Why is it important to be vulnerable with friends and family?
- It allows for superficial interactions.
- It prevents misunderstandings.
- It makes conversations easier.
- It helps deepen relationships. (correct)
What is one main topic covered in the lesson?
What is one main topic covered in the lesson?
- How to express and respond to negative feelings. (correct)
- How to avoid talking about feelings.
- How to make small talk effectively.
- How to express positive feelings only.
What common tendency is mentioned regarding discussing feelings?
What common tendency is mentioned regarding discussing feelings?
- People prefer discussing happy events.
- Only positive feelings are accepted.
- All feelings are discussed openly.
- People often gloss over difficult feelings. (correct)
What is Vanessa's primary goal in the lesson?
What is Vanessa's primary goal in the lesson?
What resource does Vanessa offer to support learning?
What resource does Vanessa offer to support learning?
Why might someone hesitate to share their feelings?
Why might someone hesitate to share their feelings?
What aspect of communication does the lesson emphasize besides expressing feelings?
What aspect of communication does the lesson emphasize besides expressing feelings?
What does Vanessa suggest about difficult feelings in conversations?
What does Vanessa suggest about difficult feelings in conversations?
What does it mean to 'vent' to someone?
What does it mean to 'vent' to someone?
Which phrase indicates a feeling of disappointment regarding a job promotion?
Which phrase indicates a feeling of disappointment regarding a job promotion?
Which expression suggests someone is struggling emotionally and feels stuck?
Which expression suggests someone is struggling emotionally and feels stuck?
What is a possible response if a friend expresses their frustration after not receiving a promotion?
What is a possible response if a friend expresses their frustration after not receiving a promotion?
Which of the following best describes a person who feels 'lost'?
Which of the following best describes a person who feels 'lost'?
How might one express gratitude after sharing their feelings with a friend?
How might one express gratitude after sharing their feelings with a friend?
What phrase can indicate that someone has been feeling sad?
What phrase can indicate that someone has been feeling sad?
Which expression indicates a thankfulness for emotional support?
Which expression indicates a thankfulness for emotional support?
If someone states, 'It's hard when other people get a promotion and I don't', what are they expressing?
If someone states, 'It's hard when other people get a promotion and I don't', what are they expressing?
What phrase suggests that a weight or burden has been lifted after discussing feelings?
What phrase suggests that a weight or burden has been lifted after discussing feelings?
What is a typical reaction to a friend saying, 'I feel so lost'?
What is a typical reaction to a friend saying, 'I feel so lost'?
When someone asks, 'Are you feeling all right?', what tone should be used?
When someone asks, 'Are you feeling all right?', what tone should be used?
What does the term 'weight on your chest' refer to?
What does the term 'weight on your chest' refer to?
What is a key phrase to express empathy when someone shares they didn't get a promotion?
What is a key phrase to express empathy when someone shares they didn't get a promotion?
What should you say to encourage a friend to express their feelings?
What should you say to encourage a friend to express their feelings?
Which statement best summarizes why it's important to vent feelings?
Which statement best summarizes why it's important to vent feelings?
How can you conclude a conversation where someone has shared difficult feelings?
How can you conclude a conversation where someone has shared difficult feelings?
What is meant by 'Don't bottle it up' in the context of discussing feelings?
What is meant by 'Don't bottle it up' in the context of discussing feelings?
When a friend expresses they don't want to talk about their negative feelings, what is an effective response?
When a friend expresses they don't want to talk about their negative feelings, what is an effective response?
In the conversation between Vanessa and Dan, what feeling does Dan express?
In the conversation between Vanessa and Dan, what feeling does Dan express?
What should you ask to support a friend going through a hard time?
What should you ask to support a friend going through a hard time?
What could be a reason for someone feeling uncomfortable discussing their negative feelings?
What could be a reason for someone feeling uncomfortable discussing their negative feelings?
What is an example of an empathetic statement to validate someone’s feelings?
What is an example of an empathetic statement to validate someone’s feelings?
What effect does expressing feelings have on a friendship?
What effect does expressing feelings have on a friendship?
What is one potential consequence of bottling up emotions?
What is one potential consequence of bottling up emotions?
What should you NOT say to a friend who is venting about their feelings?
What should you NOT say to a friend who is venting about their feelings?
Why is it suggested to ask, 'What can I do to support you?'
Why is it suggested to ask, 'What can I do to support you?'
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Study Notes
Talking about Difficult Feelings
- How to start a conversation: "Hey, can we talk about something?”, “I need to vent".
- Expressing feelings: "I am feeling frustrated", "I'm feeling down lately", "I've been feeling a bit lost", "I am in a funk" , " I'm in a rut" , "I feel relieved".
- Emphasize challenging situations: "It's hard when other people get promoted and I don't", "I just feel like I do all the work and other people get promoted.".
- Expressing gratitude: "Thank you. I feel like I can be myself when I am with you.", "Thanks so much for letting me get that off my chest."
Responding to Someone Who is Venting
- Show empathy: "Are you feeling all right?", "You don't seem like yourself lately", "That must have been really frustrating"
- Offer support: "Do you want to talk about it?", "What can I do to support you?"
- Encourage them to talk: "Don't bottle it up. Let's talk about it".
- Acknowledge and appreciate: "Thanks for sharing that with me."
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