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Who can you have empathy for?
Everybody
What does empathy mean?
Feeling what others feel
T/F When you have empathy, you are more likely to treat people with respect
True
Why is it important to predict others feelings?
It's respectful, part of having empathy, you can get along better with people, avoid arguments
Can people have different perspectives and still be friends?
Yes
How can understanding others' perspectives help you respond in a respectful and thoughtful way?
You understand how they want to be treated. You are able to put yourself in their shoes and try to understand what they feel or need.
What does prejudice mean?
Judging or forming an opinion about a person before knowing them
T/F It is fair to form an opinion about someone before getting to know them.
False. It is unfair, hurtful and disrespectful to for opinions about people without getting to know them.
T/F When people treat each other disrespectfully, it is harder to come to an agreement.
True
What are some ways to be respectful and still disagree with someone?
Actively listen, be assertive, use a calm voice, listen to what they have to say, say your own perspective assertively
What does compassion mean?
helping or expressing concern for one another.
What could make it difficult to show comapassion?
You might feel shy. You might not know what to say or do. You might feel embarrassed or awkward.
Finish these lyrics You gotta walk, walk, walk Walk in their shoes Take a look...
and see what they’re seeing
Show an example of accepting differences
correct
Do you always have to agree with someones perspective to be good friends?
No, you can disagree respectfully
