Will the type of friends you look for change over time?
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What is something you talk about with your friends?
Anything
Name 2 things you like to do with your friends
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What is good about having friends in school?
You can feel supported, develop social skills, learn about yourself, etc.
What is something you do for your friend to show you appreciate them?
Tell/thank them, do something nice for them
Does someone have to call you their friend for you to know that you are friends?
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Is it ok to fight with your friends sometimes? Why?
Yes because everyone has conflict. If you can remain friends after that means you both care
Is it OK to have more than one best friend?
Yes. Different friends share different relationships
What do you think is the difference between friends and family?
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Is it okay to talk about your feelings with a friend?
Yes
True or False: if you don't spend a lot of time with someone, they aren't your friend
False. Many friends spend time away from each other
What is something similar between friends and family?
You care for/love them both, they are there for you, etc.
What is something you do/share with friends that you don't with family?
Example: we play sports together
Name one quality of an unhealthy friend
Harmful, dishonest, disrespectful, etc.
Is it okay to do something wrong and blame your friend for it?
No. Even if they seem ok with it, take responsibility for what you did!
Name one quality of a good friend
Kind, fun, loyal, funny, understanding, etc.
If you find out a friend lied to you, how do you address it?
Talk to them honestly about how they made you feel
What would you do if you and your friend had feelings for the same person?
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True or False: it's bad to have friends that are different from you
False. Difference can be great!
How do you know when your friend is upset about something?
They get quiet, angry, etc.