Thank you all for attending Open House! I think we had a very successful evening. Several parents asked me to post the communication strategies I am using with the kids. They work well in many situations with kids, co-workers, friends, spouses. I hope it is as useful for all of you, as I feel it is for me in my classroom. Happy Chatting!
Open The Front Door
- Observations----I notice...
- Thoughts----I think...
- Feelings----I feel....
- Desires----I want, I wish, or I hope...
- Acknowledge--Admit what you have done or said
- Apologize---Apologize for your words or actions
- Make It Right---Ask the question...How can I make it right?
- Recommit--Reconnect with the person or relationship/never make promises you can't keep.
Talk Above The Line
*Responsiblity *Accountability *Freedom *Honesty *Trust *Truth
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Don't Lay Blame, Justify your actions, Deny what you've done, Quit or give up
