Interpersonal Relationship

-refers to the association, connection, interaction, and bond between two or more people.

Types of Relationships:

1. Family Relationships

-Our family, or relatives are people we are connected to through some form of kinship, whether
it is through blood, marriage, romantic relationships, or adoption.

-It is important to have strong communication with family members as, if a healthy relationship
is nurtured, a family can be a lifelong source of support.

-the bond with a family can plays a very important role in personal well-being and the ability to
form other kinds of relationships outside of the family unit such as friendships and romantic
relationships.

2. Friendships

-friends are people who are not related to but choose to interact with.  Friends are people we
trust, respect, care about and feel that we can confide in and want to spend time with.  A good
friendship should be built on honesty, support, and loyalty.

-A friendship is a reciprocal relationship; for it to exist, both people must see each other as a
friend

-Good friendships are mutually respectful and supportive and share common interests and ideas.

3. Acquaintanceship

-acquaintances are people you may encounter regularly, but who are not friends or relatives.

-it is important to be polite and respectful to acquaintances as having harmonious relationships

with people around you, such as work, colleagues, people from college, neighbors. It is an
important way of avoiding stress or conflict.

-In some cases, relationships that start as acquaintanceships can, over them, evolve into
friendships as you get to know the person better and see them more frequently.
4. Romantic Relationship

-a romantic relationship exists between a boyfriend and girlfriend (in a heterosexual relationship)
or a boyfriend and boyfriend or girlfriend and girlfriend (in a homosexual relationship) or
spouses (in a marriage) or life partners (in a civil partnership or long-term unmarried
relationship)

-successful romantic relationships are built on love, trust, respect, support, acceptance, shared
interests, and a desire for the two people involved to share their lives together.  Some people in
relationships may choose to have children.

-sometimes arguments and disagreements occur in romantic relationships.  In strong

relationships, these arguments can be overcome through effective communication, understanding
and compromise, but in other cases, especially if there are frequent arguments, the two people
involve may decide to terminate the relationship.

Healthy relationship: supportive, respectful, and open communication.

Unhealthy relationship: gossips and no communication

Ways: Check in, Invite, and remember.

Tips: be yourself and speak your mind.

Quality over quantity.

Self-love- Is important for leading a happy and healthy life.

1. Self-love is not a linear process but a complex process

 2. Self-love is not selfish.
3. Self-love is not rapid process
4. Self-love is important
5. Uncovering sources of healing could be difficult
6. Accept your own compassion
7. Follow your heart
8. Not always fun

Self-love – An essential human quality that is not narcissism, nor is it selfishness or indulgence.

Self-love is empathetic and understanding of flaws, and appreciative of the good within each of
us.

Self-love means having a high regard for your own well-being and happiness. It means taking
care of your own needs and not sacrificing your well-being to please others.

Self-love – An essential human quality that is not narcissism, nor is it selfishness or indulgence.

Self-love is empathetic and understanding of flaws, and appreciative of the good within each of
us

Self-care activities are those things we do to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical
health.

Self-care allows people to take better care of others. Self-care activities can be sensory,
emotional, physical, spiritual, and social.

 Emotional Self-Care
 Learn to say “no.”
 Intentionally schedule “me time” on your calendar or planner.
 Reward yourself for completing small tasks.
 Use online tutorials to learn something new.
 Develop a relaxing evening ritual.
 Allow yourself to feel and express all of your feelings (in a safe and appropriate
environment).
 Try some mindful exercises to help bring you into the present moment.
  Physical Self-Care
 Do some stretching exercises.
 Take a walk.
 Drink more water.
 Exhaust yourself physically. Do whatever helps you feel fatigued.
 Get a massage.
 Go out and spend 10 minutes under the sun.
 Go for a bike ride to nowhere in particular.
 Go hiking, camping, or backpacking and spend some time in nature.
 Go to bed early.

 Social Self-Care
 Avoid toxic people.
 Ask for help. Let people know you need some help.
 Call a trusted friend or family member and talk things out.
 Choose who you spend your time with today. Spend time with people who are
enthusiastic and positive.
 Intentionally reconnect with someone you’ve lost touch with or have unresolved conflict
with.
 Join a support group for people who are going through what you’re going through
 Schedule a regular date night with your significant other.
 Take a road trip with your siblings.
 Spiritual Self-Care

Assertive communication is the healthiest communication.

1. Learn to recognize and name your feelings.

2. Learn to recognize and name what you need
3. Start with low stakes situations
 4. Be aware of your body
5. Don’t wait

Unintended consequences of social media:

•Phantom vibration syndrome

TOP 3 Diagnosis on University Campuses:

1. Anxiety

2. Depression

3. Stress

18-24 years old active demographic on social media

90% of 18-29 years old are on social media spending 2 hours a day.

70% of Canadian population is on social media

4 stressors on social media:

1. Highlight reel – is collection of best moments; comparing your life with others.

2. Social Currency- “economy attention”, we are the product.

3. Fear of Missing out (FOMO) - 7/10 students would get rid of their social media accounts
were it not for fear of being left “out of the loop”.

4. Online Harassment- 40% experienced online harassment, 73% have witnessed it.

When micro moments happen over and over again, become a macro problem.

Addiction to Social Media

The Canadian Association of Mental Health- grade 7-12 students who spent over 2h/day on
social media reported higher depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.

Abstinence is not an option, but you can “practice safe social.”

Social media is neither good nor bad.

Dark sides of people, avoid by:

• Preventive strategies

• Coping strategies

4 steps to social media wellness

1. Recognizing a problem

2. Audit your social media diet

3. Create a better online experience

4. Model good behavior

Is social media hurting your mental health? It doesn’t have to.

Love

The concepts of love and respect are depicted unhealthily in our society. Because of this, adults
and children alike have a difficult time understanding and embodying either. In this lesson,
students will unpack the concepts of love and respect in relation to themselves, their families,
friendships, and romantic relationships.