M3 Assignment - Summation of Initial Phase
What specific characteristics might you expect at the initial phase of the group's development? In the initial stage of the groups development the specific characteristics that we might see include members learning what is the correct way in which to act and how to trust those around you. All of these individuals are nervous already so there is no need for judgment and ridicule we are here to talk freely and trust that what we talk about stays within the means of this group. Members are deciding who they can trust, how much they will disclose, how safe the group is, who they are drawn to and with whom they feel distant, and how much to get involved(28 Corey & Corey ). Trust building …show more content…
Trust is the basis for everything we do I feel if we dont have trust the group could spiral out of control. Another member function I feel is very important is Being willing to express fears, hopes, concerns, reservations, and expectations concerning the group, the group needs to understand that we care about them we want them to talk openly and we are passing no judgment. We are not hear to just to hear them talk but are fully concerned.
At the initial phase of your group, what are three group leadership skills that are especial important? Which of these skills are strong areas for you? Which skills need improvement? An important group leadership skill would mainly being able to set rules that all must follow – creating an agreement that all must sign and be accountable for. IF some individuals in the group are unhappy with these terms it is our job to enforce them and tell those individuals to leave if we feel fit. Of course being a trustworthy person and working towards the development of trust with others is a very important characteristic. Lastly helping members establish concrete personal goals, we are hear to help these people work to be the best they could …show more content…
It is particularly powerful because it is based on the principle that the human mind has the capacity to treat imagined events as if they were real. Role plays and psycho-drama help unite both intellectual and emotional processing of important experiences. Moreover, role plays can be used as a kind of "practice" session in a safe setting for real life challenges. The Corey DVD gives some excellent examples of successful use of role play. Describe how you could use role play within your group. Identify the members by name, the reason for the role play and you will use role play with the