I Messages

I-Messages are respectful, and truthfully state your thoughts and feelings in a polite way.

• true

• false

The purpose of using "I messages" is to ...

• to express your feelings in a respectful way

• take control of a situation

"I" message provides a way to express anger by blaming others

• true

• false

How many parts are in the "I" message?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Which is the part that tells how you feel?

• I feel

• when

• because

• so next time

Which is the part that tells something you do not like

• I feel

• when

• because

• so next time

Which is the part that tell why you feel that way?

• I feel

• when

• because

• so, next time

which is the part that tells what you want others to do next time?

• I feel

• when

• because

• so, next time

People can not improve and strengthen their relationships by using "I messages."

• true

• false

I-Message avoids blaming others and only state feelings and ask for a change, without demanding it.

• true

• false