practice responding to social situations

A friend gets a new haircut, and you genuinely think it looks great. How do you let them know?

A friend confides in you about a personal problem. Do you share it with others or keep it private?

Your boss at work points out a mistake in your project but also offers advice on how to fix it. What do you say?

A friend is nervous about trying out for a sports team. What words of encouragement could you offer?

A classmate is about to give a speech in front of the whole school and looks really nervous. What do you say?

A friend says, "You're not good at this. Just give up." How do you respond?

A teacher mistakenly gives you extra credit on an assignment. Do you say something or keep quiet?

You’re in a meeting, and someone suggests an idea that you strongly disagree with. Should you speak up or stay quiet?

A classmate criticizes your presentation by saying, "That was boring." How do you react?

Your sibling makes dinner for the family. How do you show appreciation with a compliment?

Your coach tells you that you need to improve your teamwork skills. How do you handle the feedback?

Your teacher gives you feedback on your essay, suggesting you add more examples to support your argument. How do you respond?

You think a classmate's answer in a discussion is incorrect. Should you correct them in front of everyone or keep it to yourself?

A classmate who usually struggles with math gets a good grade on a test. How would you compliment them?

A teammate on your sports team misses an important shot and feels bad. How do you encourage them?

You overhear someone gossiping about a mutual friend. Do you join in, ignore it, or defend your friend?

You notice someone working really hard on an assignment. What compliment could you give them?

Your younger sibling is struggling to learn how to ride a bike. What would you say to encourage them?

Your coworker presents a project with confidence and clarity. What’s a thoughtful compliment you could give?

A coworker is doubting their ability to complete a tough project. How can you encourage them?