Power Dynamics in Relationships

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📚 Part 1: Identify the Power Balance

1. Scenario: Alex always decides which friends to invite and scolds Jamie for wanting different plans. Is the power dynamic equal or unequal?

Equal

Unequal

2. Scenario: Priya and Sam take turns choosing activities and check in with each other about comfort levels. Is the power dynamic equal or unequal?

Equal

Unequal

3. Scenario: One partner pressures the other to share passwords and reads messages without permission. Is the power dynamic equal or unequal?

Equal

Unequal

4. Scenario: Both people say what they need, listen, and make a plan together when they disagree. Is the power dynamic equal or unequal?

Equal

Unequal

5. Rewrite the dialogue for Scenario 1 (Alex & Jamie) so the conversation shows balanced, respectful communication. Keep it short.

6. Rewrite the dialogue for Scenario 3 (privacy and pressure) to show boundaries and mutual respect.

7. Reflection: List two actions you can take to promote a healthy power balance in friendships or relationships.

8. Check all signs that usually indicate unequal power (choose all that apply):

One person makes all decisions without asking

Both people share their needs and choices

Pressuring someone to do things they don't want to do

Respecting boundaries and privacy