IF YOU REALLY KNEW ME…
By Jennifer Cox
Instructions: Have clients fill in the answers on the following printed page. You can also use as an oral exercise, just having them say their answers.
PURPOSE: An ice breaker to use with children who are hesitant to open up and talk during assessments and/or sessions. It helps get to know them in a less threatening manner.
AGE: I have used this with children as young as 10, through adulthood. You will have to explain some words to younger children, or you can tweak as necessary.
IF YOU REALLY KNEW ME…
There is a television show on MTV called If You Really Knew Me. It helps kids break down barriers and helps them realize that they are more alike than they are different. This activity is similar, as it helps me get to know you a little better. I want you to answer these questions honestly. There are no right or wrong answers and it is NOT a test of any kind. Thank you for taking the time to answer, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.
1. If you really knew me, you would know that I am afraid of…
2. If you really knew me, you would know that my family…
3. If you really knew me, you would know I really love…
4. If you really knew me, you would know I feel safe when…
5. If you really knew me, you would know that I am…
6. If you really knew me, you would know that my biggest regret is…
7. If you really knew me, you would know that I hate…
8. If you really knew me, you would know that if I could change one thing about myself it would be…
9. If you really knew me, you would know that my best quality is…
10. If you really knew me, you would know that I want people to look at me and think…