Uphold Emotional Safety
Recognize that your words, body language, and actions can either build us up or tear us down. Choose to create spaces where all can comfortably share and take risks without hurt or judgment. Be especially aware of how jokes and sarcasm can hurt.
How can you start a discussion in class about the importance of Upholding Emotional Safety? Everyone loves a good joke, but how we tell it and tow home we share jokes with is important…
“Today we’re going to discuss how jokes and teasing can hurt even if it is not intentional. (Define INTENTIONAL—on purpose; meaning to. Define IMPACT— the result; the outcome.)
There is often a burden put on the person “taking” the joke to figure out the intent. If the intent is not crystal clear and positive, then it can quickly lead to feelings of insecurity and can break down relationships and community.
Shorthand: This is a judgment-free zone.
This set includes 3 lesson plans, activities and guidelines to easily implement in your classroom.
“We sometimes forget that emotional safety is as precious as physical safety. But it’s essential that we learn to protect both....”
