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This gives them time to think and reduces pressure.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW181454651 BCX0\u0022\u003E\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW181454651 BCX0\u0022\u003EYoung people who find it difficult to make a choice quickly can be given extra time to consider the scenario, or they can point to the jar or hold up their token instead of walking to the jar.\u003C/span\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW181454651 BCX0\u0022\u003E\u0026nbsp;\u003Cspan class=\u0022NormalTextRun SCXW181454651 BCX0\u0022\u003EWhen reading the scenarios, always face the group and speak slowly and clearly, repeating instructions if necessary. 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It\u2019s important to be aware that discussions about friendships and relationships can sometimes bring up feelings of sadness, frustration, or discomfort.\u00A0That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to create a supportive space where everyone feels comfortable and to keep an eye on how each young person is coping. If you have a concern about a young person, always follow the \u003Ca href=\u0022/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/safeguarding-code-of-conduct-for-adults-yellow-card/\u0022 title=\u0022Safeguarding Code of Conduct for Adults - Yellow Card\u0022\u003ESafeguarding Code of Conduct (Yellow Card)\u003C/a\u003E and report it to the UK HQ Safeguarding Team.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Ch3 class=\u0022MsoBodyText\u0022\u003ERunning this activity\u003C/h3\u003E\n\u003Col\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EGather everyone together and ask what they think makes someone kind or unkind. 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