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"You’re working on a group project with three other classmates. One person has been doing most of the work, another person has been contributing, but not enough, and another person hasn’t contributed at all. You’re not sure how to handle it
How might each person feel in this situation? What would be an expected way to handle the situation without causing tension but still getting the work done?
A friend asks you to help them with a homework assignment, but you don’t really understand the material yourself. You’re unsure how to help without making both of you look bad in front of the class. You also don’t want to seem rude by sayin
How do you think your friend will feel if you don’t help them out? What might be an unexpected way to approach this situation you’re not confident about?
A friend you hang out with most days starts spending more time with another group of friends. At first, you try to join in, but they don’t really include you or talk to you as much. You're unsure how to feel, and it’s starting to bother you
How do you think your friend feels, spending time with different people? What could be the reason they’ve started hanging out with a new group?
A close friend of yours recently started getting into a new hobby (e.g., a sport or activity) that you don’t really like or understand. They’ve been talking about it a lot, and you’re feeling left out because they seem to be spending more t
How do you think your friend feels when they talk about their new interest? What could your friend be thinking if you stop showing interest in their new hobby?
Your group of friends is planning to do something you’re uncomfortable with . Everyone is excited about it, and you feel pressure to go along with it, but you know it’s not a good idea. You don’t
How do you think your friends will feel if you say you don’t want to participate? What are the potential consequences of going along with something you’re not c
You posted a funny picture on social media, and it got a lot of likes. But then, a friend commented negatively about how you look or what you were doing in the picture. You feel embarrassed, but you don’t know whether to respond or ignore.
What could be the reason they left a negative comment? How can you handle this situation while considering your feelings and your friend’s?
One of your friends just got recognized for something. You feel happy for them but also a bit jealous because you’ve been working just as hard but haven’t been recognized.you want to say something supportive, but don’t want to sound bitter
What could happen if you express jealousy instead of support?
You had a disagreement with a friend, and you both said things in the heat of the moment that you didn’t mean. Now, your friend is avoiding you, and you’re not sure how to fix it.
What could you do to show your friend that you are genuinely sorry, without coming across as insincere?
You discover your friends planned an outing without you. When you ask why, they say they thought you were busy. Later, you learn they avoided inviting you because you’ve been too demanding.
How do you think your friends feel when they avoid inviting you, even if they don’t express it openly?
A rumor spreads about you at school, and some classmates believe it. You feel upset and embarrassed but aren’t sure whether to confront the person who started it.
How can you handle this without escalating the situation or losing friends?
Your friends ask you to keep a secret about something wrong they did. You’re uncomfortable but don’t want to lose their friendship.
How can you respond in a way that respects your values without causing tension within the group?
One of your friends only reaches out when they need something. You feel like they’re taking advantage of you, but don’t want to confront them
How can you address this issue without ruining the friendship or appearing too needy?
You had an argument with a friend and said something hurtful. Now they’re avoiding you, and you regret what happened.
How can you apologize sincerely without pushing your friend too much, and what can you do to repair the relationship?
Your friend group plans an event but doesn’t include you in the decision-making process. You’re upset but unsure if you should bring it up or let it go.
How do you express your feelings without making your friends feel guilty?
One of your friends constantly complains about their other friends, saying they’re annoying or don’t understand them. You’re unsure if you should agree or stay neutral.
How can you listen without encouraging negative talk, and should you share your own opinion?
