- Emily is hoping to avoid getting hurt or embarrassed by her friend's fight and to maintain her friendship without being dragged into the conflict.
- She could calmly tell her friend that she doesn’t want to get involved and suggest they talk about it later when things are calmer.
- Pro: This helps her stay neutral and preserves her emotional well-being.
- Con: Her friend might feel unsupported or upset with her for not taking sides.
- She could also try to mediate by listening to both sides and encouraging them to communicate respectfully.
- Pro: This might help resolve the conflict and show she cares about both friends.
- Con: She risks being caught in the middle or blamed if the mediation fails.
- The best solution is to stay neutral and set boundaries, because it protects her emotionally while still showing respect for her friend’s feelings. It avoids escalating the situation and gives space for cooler heads to prevail.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of social skills problem solving worksheet.
