I feel statements

An “I” message or “I” statement is a style of communication that focuses on the feelings or beliefs of the speaker rather than thoughts and characteristics that the speaker attributes to the listener. For example, a person might say to his or her partner, “I feel abandoned and worried when you consistently come home late […]

Changing your words will change your relationship. "You-statements" show no ownership of emotions but rather blame, accuse and assume the receiver. "You-statements" make your partner feel defensive and resentful. An "I-statememts" on the other hand, is to express how you feel inside, "I-statements" reduce hostility and defensiveness. When using "I-statements" you take responsibility for the part you played in the disagreement and display the openness for deep listening and resolution.

Conflict resolution - I Feel Statements for Fairy Tales.

I statement worksheets for resolving conflict. Complete on a printable or have students do the task in digital form.

I-Statements are a simple form of conflict resolution that are used to help a person communicate how he or she is feeling in a direct, controlled way. Example: I feel worried when you come home later than we agreed because it makes me think you are in danger. Next time, please call me if you will be late.This poster can be hung in the classroom or in a social work, counselor, or psychologist's office to remind students to attempt to solve their own conflicts using I-Statements. It can also…

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Life is hard, isn't it? We try to wrap our minds around tough circumstances, but the confusion of not understanding leaves us more exhausted than before. When you feel alone, unseen, unheard, forgotten, afraid, and overwhelmed, where do you turn? This Bible reading plan will walk you through 22 "I feel" statements and replace them with "God says." Because what God says is more powerful than feelings. Grab the printable and read the 73 included verses. #biblereadingplan #butgod…