Offering Solutions

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a practical tool for learning how to express and take responsibility for one’s feelings in a non-confrontational way through the use of “I Statements.” The template prompts individuals to articulate how they feel in response to someone else’s actions, the reason for their feelings, and what they would appreciate as an alternative behavior. The structure of the worksheet helps the user to focus on personal feelings and needs while encouraging positive communication that suggests a preferred change. This method of communication is presented as a way to foster understanding and resolution in conflict situations.

The worksheet aims to teach students the skills of self-expression, responsibility for personal emotions, and constructive request for change. It guides students to identify their emotions accurately and express them in a way that is specific to their experience, reducing the likelihood of provoking defensiveness in the other person. By formulating what they would appreciate instead of the action that caused discomfort, students learn to offer solutions rather than just complaints. These are crucial components in effective communication and conflict resolution.