True or False: Compromising means always giving up what's important to you.
False.Compromising means finding a middle ground where both people give a little to reach an agreement, but it doesn’t mean you have to give up what’s important
When trying to reach a compromise, it's important to…
Focus on your ideas.
Ignore the feelings of others
Refuse to change your plan.
Keep an open mind.
What does it mean to compromise?
To compromise means finding a solution that both people can agree on by making adjustments to their ideas or plans.
What is a sign of a successful compromise?
Only one person gets everything they want.
The conversation ends quickly.
One person is unhappy.
Everyone agrees and feel good about the outcome.
What is NOT a step when compromising with friends?
Listening to everyone's ideas and concerns
Keeping an open mind
Suggesting a compromise using friendly words
Always getting what you want
What can help during a compromise?
Only talking about your own needs.
Avoiding the conversation.
Interrupting each other often.
Listening carefully to each other.
Fill in the blank: When compromising with friends, the first step is to ___________ to their ideas and concerns.
Listen
True or False: Compromising only works when both people are willing to adjust their opinions.
True