Recall a specific incident when someone’s words offended you. Describe what was said, how it made you feel, and what actions you took in response. Reflect on whether your response helped resolve the situation or changed how you think about communication.

Recall a specific incident when someone’s words offended you. Describe what was said, how it made you feel, and what actions you took in response. Reflect on whether your response helped resolve the situation or changed how you think about communication.

Prompt Response: When I was in 7th grade I went to St.Martins episcopal school. The kids there were pretty stuck up and did not care about others as much as they should have. During recess we would play four square. Some people would cut in line or say offensive things to make people feel bad and not want to play. The boys there were super offensive towards the girls. One boy said to me, "you are a girl so you need to get to the back of the line." I did not agree with that so I talked back to him and said no. People would get mad at me and tell me to just listen but I knew it was wrong. It made me feel like I had no way to fix the issue, especially when the teachers did not care. I think me talking helped the situation, but I also think if the teachers did more of the right thing that the kids could have actually learned.  

Summary: I believe that everyone should speak up even if it is hard to do. 

Reflection: I was not in class today but I think everyone presented their slides. I will do mine when I am in class tomorrow.