Question

1. Jose would like to know about his uncle's death. He feels his dad is avoiding the subject for some reason. Identify what Jose could do to help ease the communication process.

Bring up the subject as soon as his dad comes in from work.
Use "I" messages to help prevent his dad from becoming defensive.
Make sure his dad is watching ESPN before mentioning the subject.
Demand that his father tell him the truth...NOW!

Answer 1

Use “I” messages to help prevent his dad from becoming defensive.
Using “I” will tell his dad he talking about his own feelings.