Escalation Workshop for SAAC

Highlight the most important sign of a healthy relationship and share your vote.

Why do you think a particular sign had the most votes from the group?

What were your first impressions of Paige and Chase and how the relationship began?

Why could it be dangerous to rush into dating someone before taking the time to really get to know them first?

Who was the one pushing the relationship forward from the beginning and how can you make sure everyone’s on the same page in a new relationship?

Caroline and Maria have been dating for seven months when soccer pre-season starts. Caroline starts to get frustrated that Maria is choosing soccer practice over her. She tells Maria that she makes her sad when she leaves and that they aren’t spending enough time together. Maria decides to start skipping practice because she cares about Caroline. She eventually gets kicked off the team for missing so much practice.

Carly and Patricia spend each Monday watching the Bachelor together. Recently, Carly has been spending more time with Liz, and less time with Patricia. When Patricia asks why she’s been canceling on their tradition, Carly tells her that Liz thinks it’s a waste of time and a terrible show, and that they have made other plans for Mondays. Patricia asks if she can be included, and Carly tells her that the plans are really just for her and Liz.

What’s your biggest takeaway from our conversation today?

How are you going to apply what you have learned to your current friendships and relationships?