"Instead of asking them to present their [personal information] up
front, let that information come forward within the natural progress of
the conversation or friendship." --Dr. Forni
Activities:
- What are some common "personal questions?" Why would asking these questions make some people uncomfortable?
- Play
Scar Wars. Each person in the group can share the story behind a scar
he or she has. (If someone in the group is uncomfortable sharing the
story behind a scar, or if he doesn't have any scars, that person can
invent a scar story.) Remind group that everyone has scars from times
in our lives when we’ve gotten hurt and that not all scars are
physical. You never can tell when you meet someone what scars he/she
may have and for that reason, it is important to be kind to others and
to avoid judging them without knowing them. Discuss the difference
between sharing the story behind your scar and being asked about your
scar. (EM)
Discussion questions:
- What is a personal question?
- Why is it civil to avoid personal questions?
Books:
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