School was stressful today. I have so much going on, and sometimes I feel like I have to grow up way too fast.
SENDER: She wants to share what she's going through. ENCODE: She puts her thoughts and feelings into words.
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Hey baby, I miss you. I'm sorry I can't be there right now.
Mom-incoming call
CHANNEL: She uses her voice to communicate her feelings to me. INTERFERENCE/NOISE: Her mom's phone call interrupts our conversation and brings back stress, sadness, and family problems.
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It's hard being 17 and living with my nana. My mom is in prison, and I don't really get along with my dad. Sometimes I feel like he doesn't care about me.
I understand. I know you're having to grow up fast, but don't let everything you've been through make you give up on yourself. Keep going and focus on your future.
Thank you. I really needed someone to listen.
DECODE: I listen to her message and try to understand what she's really feeling. DECEIVER: I receive and understand her message. FEEDBACK: I respond with advice and encouragement to help her keep going.