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1Pre-Code
2Attention Directing
3Action
4Difficult Situations
5Response
6 Interaction
7Information
8Youth Code
9Meetings
10Mood
11Constructed
12Connection
13Relationship
14Disengagement
15Negotiation
16Assessment
17Project Status
18Travel
8
Youth Code

Awkwardness, shyness, embarrassment and inarticulacy are as much a barrier to communication as lack of concepts. It may well be possible to describe a complex situation in a fluent and competent way. But if the situation is stressful and the communicator is young, then the 'possible' fluent description is simply not available, so communication does not take place. That makes things even more stressful. Add to that the very important consideration that the other party does not seem willing to listen at all. It may be theoretically possible to make fine speeches but if the other party is not listening, the fine speeches have little communication value.
It is for all these reasons that the youth code has a direct and immediate value. To be able to sum up a complex emotional situation in a single code is useful. Unlike situations where the code is a convenience, the youth code may be a necessity.

Obviously the code works best if both sides are fully aware of it. Therefore there have to be advantages for both sides to encourage a willingness to use the code.

If only one side is willing to use the code, then the code can still be used as a supplement to other communication. In time at least some of the items on the code will be learned through repetition. There is certainly nothing to be lost by using the code. The time taken is tiny. The potential benefits are huge.

The code would normally be used from parents to children or the other way around. It could also be used in any adult-to-youth or youth-to-adult situation.

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  • 8/1
    I am in trouble and I need your help. I do not want a lecture or a judgement. I need to talk to you. Is that possible ?
  • 8/2
    I am having difficulty making a decision. I am having difficulty making up my mind. I would like to discuss the matter with you.
  • 8/3
    I am confused. I am in a muddle. I need clarification. I need another point of view. Perhaps you can help me.
  • 8/4
    There is something that I need to talk about. There is something that I need to discuss. I need to talk and I need you to listen
  • 8/5
    I would like an honest and direct answer to the question that I am going to ask you. Please just answer the question as it is.
  • 8/6
    This thing is really very important to me. You may not think so. You may not understand. It would be difficult to explain.
  • 8/7
    This is something I really, really want to do. I hope I can have your approval and support.
  • 8/8
    Sure, let's talk. Let's discuss things. I am willing to listen with out judging. I have the time. So let's talk.
  • 8/9
    What is troubling you? What is the matter? Tell me the problem.
  • 8/10
    What do you really think and feel about this? I would like an honest answer- not one designed to please me.
  • 8/11
    What are your intentions? What are you plans? What are you going to do?
  • 8/12
    You are behaving like a spoiled brat. You are being very selfish. You cannot always get your own way.
  • 8/13
    Show some manners and respect. Don't behave in that boorish and oafish manner. Be civilized - or try to be.
  • 8/14
    For some reason you are in a difficult and cranky mood. Could you snap out of it?
  • 8/15
    Don't sulk. It won't get you anywhere.
  • 8/16
    Clean up the mess. Tidy up. Put things away.
  • 8/17
    Be nice to your brothers and sisters.
  • 8/18
    It would be nice if you could help. It would be nice if you could contribute.
  • 8/19
    Let's have some peace and quiet. Stop that racket or go somewhere else.
  • 8/20
    Don't be unreasonable.
  • 8/21
    I need attention. Don't ignore me.
  • 8/22
    Thank you. Thank you very much. I appreciate what you are doing or have done. I want you to know that I am very grateful.
  • 8/23
    That is fine. That is just right. That is perfect. I like that very much. Also, congratulations, you have done very well.

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