Term 4 Considerate: Mindful Interactions

Spartans are Considerate:

Mindful Interactions with Others

Review: What does "Considerate" mean?

Definition: 

• Showing careful thought and attention for the needs of others​

New Term: What does "Mindful Interactions" mean?

Definition:

• “Showing awareness for how you are communicating with another person.”

Application: Why is practicing Mindful Interactions important?

• We communicate with other people every single day! Think of all the conversations you've had just today. Who have you spoken to? Maybe..:
  • Friends
  • Parents
  • Teachers
  • Siblings
  • Strangers

• How have your interactions from earlier today affected you?
  • How have they made you feel?
  • How have they made others feel?

Video:

Consider the following question as you watch the video.

"What suggestions does this video provide to improve my interactions with others?"

Class Discussion: What do Mindful Interactions look like?

Skills for Mindful Interactions include:

• Seek to understand the other person's point of view 
  • Why are they saying what they are saying?
  • What questions can you ask to better understand what they are saying?
• Consider why you are saying what you are saying
  • Are you saying something to be understood?
  • Are you saying something to be hurtful?
• Be mindful of your non-verbal cues
  • What is your tone of voice saying?
  • What is your body language saying?
• Consider the other person's feelings as you are talking.
  • How would you feel if someone was talking to you the way that you are talking to them?
• Recognize when you are getting overwhelmed with the conversation
  • Take a break if you feel out of control
  • Ask an adult for help if you can't find a solution

Self-Reflection:

Part 1: How can I use what I've learned today to be more mindful in my daily interactions?

Part 2: What is one skill you can practice this week to improve your interactions with others?