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Communication

Handle a disagreement

Talk through a problem without shouting over each other.

Do it step by step

  1. Take a breath and let the other person finish.
  2. Say what happened and how you felt using “I” statements.
  3. Ask what they need and suggest one fair next step.
  4. Take a break or ask an adult to help if it is escalating.
Check your work

Both people know the next step.

When to ask an adult

Get a trusted adult if anyone feels unsafe.

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