CC English Responding with I Message Questions
Description
Say It with “I” Messages
Purpose
To learn how to construct an assertive “I” message in order to express your feelings and get your needs met.
Instructions
1. Respond to each of the following situations by writing an appropriate “I” message. Each “I” message should include the following five key phrases: Remember, you can rearrange the phrases in a way that is natural and fits your personal style.
When you . . . I feel . . . Because . . . I’d prefer or like . . . Will you . . .? So that . . . or, If so . . . or Then . . .
Sample Situation Your sister, brother, or friend borrowed your new coat and returned it dirty. “I” message:
When you borrow my coat and return it dirty, I feel angry, because now I will have to take it to the cleaners before I can wear it. I’d like you to return my coat clean the next time you borrow it. Will you agree to that? If so, you can borrow it again.
a. Situation: Your co-worker has been asking you to change shifts with him/her. You only have two or three hours’ notice of the desired shift change. “I” message:
b. Situation: Your best friend is to meet you at the movie, and he/she is late again. This time he/she shows up 40 minutes late. “I” message:
c. Situation: Your group is working on a class project. Other people in the room are talking so loudly that you can’t hear what your group is saying. “I” message:
d. Situation: The teacher had promised to return your test on Monday. It is now Friday and you still don’t know how you did. “I” message:
e. Situation: A friend borrows your English book and promises to return it the next day. She doesn’t bring it back. “I” message:
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