Noticing the different ways friends can show they care.
Exploring how small actions can help someone feel less alone.
Thinking about ways to cheer someone up when they feel down.
Considering how to support a friend even after a disagreement.
Recognising that there are many ways to offer support.
Rory has detention during little lunch. The other children go outside to play. Rory sits alone and bored while his friends are out in the playground. His friends feel sorry for him and think about what they can do to help Rory. Each friend thinks of something they like or are good at that can help. They pass jokes, drawings and snacks through the window.
• What did you notice about how Rory felt in detention?
• How did Rory's friends show they cared about him?
• What were the different ways the friends tried to cheer Rory up?
• When have you felt left out or alone like Rory?
• How do you like a friend to support you when you feel sad?
• What is your way of showing a friend that you care?
• How could a friend help someone feel better even if they have had an argument?
• Is there something from the video you would like to try with a friend?
The questions within this guide are designed to open dialogue and facilitate discussion around the relevant topics. It is up to the user to adapt as needed to best suit the person they are supporting. A neuroaffirming approach was central to the design of these resources and remains essential to their application. This means recognising and respecting the diverse ways people think, communicate, and experience the world, ensuring all conversations are led with curiosity, respect, and without judgement. These resources are a starting point. Trust your knowledge of the person you are supporting to shape the conversation from there.
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