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: In middle school a boy in my grade would frequently harass me, it didn't usually bother me very much but in gym we were in a floor hockey unit and my team had been winning against his. Clearly he was mad that I was beating him so he decided to run up to me, call me a bitch and stomp on my foot. I was so mad because he did this mid match in front of so many people without any shame. But since he did it in front of our teacher I didnt fight him like I usually would, I just let our couch drag him to the principals office.

Summary: As a class we discussed some terms that offend us and explained why.

Reflection: I learned that an insult doesn't have to be universally offensive to upset somebody, and it can just be related to a small personal insecurity that wouldnt offend most people.