Week 1
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Introduction to FRIENDS; getting to know you games; group guidelines/expectations; personal goals
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Week 2
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Warm up activity; personal goals; what are my strengths?; self esteem; friendships; verbal and non-verbal communication
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Week 3
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Warm up activity; feelings; relaxation techniques (abdominal breathing, relaxing imagery, muscle relaxation); self-awareness and mindfulness exercises (body clues)
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Week 4
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Warm up activity; red and green (unhelpful and helpful) thinking; problem solving and step planning; support teams; role models
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Week 5
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Warm up activity; communication and conflict styles (assertive, passive or aggressive); managing bullying
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Week 6
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Warm up game; review of FRIENDS; test your knowledge games/quizzes; break up party and certificate presentation from facilitators
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