Mindful Manners and Happy Holidays

What was the reason for the title of this training?

People celebrate holidays differently

Discussing what is important to people around special days can offer some insight into cultural values and past trauma

Children may feel safer talking about holidays versus talking about race and culture

Having mindful discussions about holidays can enhance communication and sharing

All of the above

What does Kwanzaa mean?

Family Bonds

First Fruits

Love of Family

What were the objectives of this training?

Increase awareness of biases and reduce the risk of accidental micro-aggressions

Examine communication impact versus intent

Identify healthy strategies for exploring differences

Enhance mindfulness related to the impact of trauma on cultural values

Identify strategies for improving communication

All of the above

Is the stereotypes and attitudes that unconsciously impact out behavior, attitude, and decisions.

Is subtle actions, behaviors, and statements that discriminate against members of minority groups.

Is an outward stance that is open and supportive to the beliefs of others while still being aware of self-beliefs.

Are cultural, religious, personal, commercial, social, and emotional.

What holidays were discussed at the beginning of the presentation?

Christmas and Ramadan

Day of the Dead and Hanukkah

Arapaho Sundance and Thanksgiving

All of the above

Neurodiversity is when the brain works different than others, for example:

Post-traumatic stress

ADHD and Autism

Both answers a) and b)

What is effective communication?

Use “you” statements when voicing concern or describing behavior

Don’t use “It looks like” statements when you are unsure

Create regular time for conversation

So long as you are prepared for an import conversation, it is okay to have the conversation

Ask “why” questions to avoid assumptions

Having choices helps children feel more in control.

True

False

What was the verification code?

Question(s) to ask to learn about values:

“Do you like school?”

“Why don’t you understand?”

“What was the best part of your day?”

“Why didn’t it go as planned?”

All of the above

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