Disagreeing Without Ending the Conversation

What's in this activity

• Your partner states an opinion you disagree with. Say so without using the word “no” first.
• Disagree with a friend about where to eat, and end with a plan you both accept.
• A classmate says something factually wrong in front of others. Correct it without embarrassing them.
• Disagree with an adult about a rule. Say your reason before your request.
• Your partner disagrees with you. Repeat their point back before you answer it.
• Disagree twice in a row about the same thing without repeating yourself.
• You are outvoted. Say what you actually think, then agree to the group's plan.
• Somebody keeps interrupting your disagreement. Say what you do.
• Disagree about something that does not matter, then decide out loud whether it was worth saying.
• A friend asks whether you liked something you did not. Answer honestly and kindly.