Friendships have two key parts: making friends and keeping them. In this self-paced course, we focus on the second part—nurturing friendships and building meaningful connections that last. Students will explore how to navigate the ups and downs of friendships, from setting healthy boundaries to creating balanced relationships based on trust, empathy, and respect. Through realistic scenarios, interactive games like "Too Much or Just Right," and tools like the "Friendship Balance" scale, students will learn practical skills for evaluating and improving their social connections. We'll also cover how to handle the evolving nature of friendships, celebrate each other’s successes, and reflect on being a supportive friend.

How the Class is Set Up:
Each section will include a video where we go over a specific concept, usually through a Google Slide presentation. Some videos will have us doing activities "together" using props, games, experiments, or slides as you learn a particular skill. Then, you will complete an assignment, which comes with a dedicated video explaining what to do. Some sections will also include a "Real World Lab," where you'll put your skills into practice in everyday situations and reflect on what happened. Feedback will be provided within 24-48 hours of assignment submission.

This self-paced class format gives you the flexibility to watch the videos and complete the projects at times that are convenient for you. It’s perfect for students who want to take small steps privately (as opposed to a live class) while learning how to navigate social dynamics.

If you're also interested in learning how to make friends and start conversations, check out my other course, How to Meet People, Make Friends & Make Conversations which focuses on the foundational skills of meeting people and making new connections!