Positive Relationships - Spin 1

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Positive Relationships

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this session, you will:

✅ Understand key qualities of positive relationships

✅ Identify signs of healthy vs unhealthy relationships

✅ Recognise ways to support peers & build respectful connections

Three qualities of a positive relationships with friends, family or colleagues?

What is the difference between personal & workplace relationships?

Personal vs Workplace Relationships

Personal relationships:

• Built on emotional connections (friends, family, partners)

Workplace relationships:

• Built on respect, team work and professionalism

Its fine to be friendly, but boundaries keep things appropriate and fair

Workplace Relationships

• ✅ Appropriate: polite communication, fairness, professionalism

• ❌ Inappropriate: flirting, gossiping, favouritism

• 💬 Pair Task: Discuss one appropriate and one inappropriate workplace behaviour

Why relationships matter in Hair & Beauty

• The Hair & Beauty Industry is people focused.

• Team work and respect are vital.

• How we treat others affect customer service and morale.

• Having boundaries and consent protect everyone in the workplace.

• It is important to have professional relationships with clients.

We are going to look at 6 scenarios.

You need to consider if they are signs of positive or negative relationships.

We will discuss your reasons and what makes these relationships positive or negative.

Activity 1: Spot the Signs​

In groups, decide:​

• ✅ Positive signs of healthy relationships​

• ❌ Red flags (e.g., lack of consent, image sharing pressure, controlling behaviour)

Alex always asks before sharing photos of Jamie online.

1

Positive

2

Negative

1. Alex always asks before sharing photos of Jamie online. ✅

Sam pressures their partner to send intimate images.

1

Positive

2

Negative

2. Sam pressures their partner to send intimate images. ❌

Jordan listens and respects their partner’s opinions.

1

Positive

2

Negative

3. Jordan listens and respects their partner’s opinions. ✅

Riley constantly checks who their partner is talking to.

1

Positive

2

Negative

4. Riley constantly checks who their partner is talking to. ❌

Casey threatens to end the relationship if their partner doesn’t do something

1

Positive

2

Negative

6. Casey threatens to end the relationship if their partner doesn’t do something. ❌

Have you heard of the term “coercive control or behaviour”​ before?

Personal Relationships - Appropriate ✅

• Mutual respect and trust

• Listening and communicating openly

• Supporting each other’s goals and independence

• Giving and respecting consent

• Allowing friendships and personal freedom

• Being honest and kind, even during disagreements

Personal Relationships - Inappropriate ❌

• Controlling or isolating a partner or friend

• Ignoring or dismissing someone’s feelings

• Pressuring someone to do things they don’t want to

• Disrespecting boundaries or ignoring consent

• Threats, jealousy, or emotional manipulation

• Physical, emotional, or verbal abuse

What is consent?

Consent

• Consent = free, informed, enthusiastic agreement

• Applies to physical touch, personal info, and social contact

• Can be withdrawn at any time

• 'If it’s not a clear YES, it’s a NO.'

Reflection...

1. How can positive relationships improve your wellbeing and success at college, in life or work?

1. What can you do to make sure you aren't in an unhealthy relationship?

Further Resources...

• Maintaining healthy relationships and mental wellbeing - NHS

• What is a healthy relationship? - BBC Bitesize

• Healthy Relationships - information and support — Teen Health 11 - 19 Service