Hey mom, I was wondering if I could go on a senior trip with my friends to Greece this summer?
Absolutely not. You’re too young to be traveling alone outside the country.
Scene #2
Mom, I’m 18 now which legally makes me an adult. I’ll be traveling with a group of people I trust, and either way, I’ll participate in study-abroad opportunities in college.
How do you know you can trust these friends? In my home country, you’re a child until 20, and even then, you still usually live with and listen to your family.
Scene #3
You don't realize how dangerous this is. Due to the difference in time, you’ll be awake when I’m asleep. I’ll have no way to help you if something happens. I’m very concerned for your safety!
Scene #4
I’ll obviously be safe if I’m with a group of people.
Instead of worrying about a vacation, you should be focusing on choosing what college is right for you or getting an internship this summer for work experience.
I find it very disrespectful that you’re questioning my judgment, and going against my wishes !
Scene #5
Mom, you’re not understanding. I want to have a good time and enjoy my life with my friends.
You shouldn’t be wasting your summer on something that’s not going to benefit your long-term career goals. You should be applying for jobs and scholarships instead of planning a vacation.
Scene #6
I understand that you’re worried about my safety, what other concerns do you have about the trip?
I don’t want you to go down the wrong path.
Scene #7
I won’t go down the wrong path. I’ve set goals for myself, and nothing can get in between me striving to reach my goals.
Scene #8
I can understand that you might feel hurt that I did not consider your viewpoint
I worry about your safety. In case of an emergency, I want to be available in case any problems arise.
(#1: Awareness of Cultural Values)
Scene #9
That sounds like a great idea! One idea I have is that you could be our chaperone if we still decide to go overseas. That way, you will be with us in case any emergencies happen.
I’ll allow you to go on a vacation, but let’s come up with a compromise. Since this is your first time, traveling without a family, how about traveling somewhere within the United States ?
The End!
(#2: Open-Ended Question)
(#3: Apologizing)
You’re right. It's not your fault for voicing your opinions, it's my fault for being so strict. I'm really sorry for being so controlling
(#4: Paraphrasing)
I'll be extra careful while I'm out with my friends and I won't join them in things that seem too dangerous.
(#5: Brainstorming Solutions)
How about Hawaii? Hawaii has similar weather to Greece and has so many attractions as well!
Created By:Udita PericharlaAnna CassieriEvan ColonJose Garcia-PerezJoseph Sanchez
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