Dyad ExperienceBy Sari Weinstein & Sheila Dashtestani

What we have to do:25 – 30 minute presentationInclude information found on each of the slidesAdd quotes and relate to course content &

booksSubmit creative handout to Jane in class that

connects to our presentation On the handout, include citations and

references in APABring something symbolic to exchange after

presentation

Professional Dyadic RelationshipsA relationship between two people Example: Alexandra and Marc Parent

(worked on Melissa’s case together to find the abuser)

They relate to small systems because it is a small system of 2 people, but they operate within the global system

Activity Made Hamentashen [Hah-men-tah-shin]

Purim: Jewish holidayFestival to celebrate the saving of the Jews

while in ShushanCultural experienceOpportunity to discuss differences in

backgrounds

Activity

Process At first, had no idea what we were going to

doSickness prevented completionWanted to focus on self-care: important to

compartmentalize and decompress from a long dayMassagesShoppingWalkingBAKING!

ReasonsBaking can allow for the mind to process

what has happened throughout the dayMaking yummy food = relaxingSheila and Sari come from two completely

different backgrounds, but discovered a connection between the two histories

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJqwiDWfM_k

Persian EmpireTurkey, Syria, Jordan, Israel, Iraq, Egypt, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and parts

of many others

Cyrus the Great559 BC, Cyrus became a chief of a Persian

tribe. He expanded his empire. After capturing Babylon, he immediately

freed all the Hebrews who had been exiled by Nebuchadnezzar. He claimed to have been visited by Yahweh. He advocated for religious tolerance.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4_4QC3xXBI

The Cyrus CylinderIt is a document written by Cyrus that

describes his conquest in Babylon in 539 BC. “It has been hailed as the world's first

declaration of human rights.” (Sorat, n.d.) Established peace, abolished slave labor,

advocated for religious freedom, helped the people return to their homeland – first documentation of this in history

The Persian StoryThe story of Haman and Esther takes place in

the Persian Empire, in captured Babylon. Xerxes was the king (the 3rd king since Cyrus) and husband to Esther. He came to power in 486 BC.

Human ServicesAcceptance of other ethnicities and

backgroundsAwareness of traditions and beliefs that

might conflict with one’s own morals and values

Learning from one another in a hands-on activity can allow for more growth and understanding than reading from a book

Human ServicesJudaism and Islam at times are very

stereotyped and labeledNeed for toleranceLopez’ The Soloist – treating people as

human beings

Helping StrategiesAt the beginning of the event, Sari explained

the reasons for the holiday, why the cookies are shaped as a triangle, and what is the significance of the festival

Sari and Sheila worked on the cookies together to come up with a finished product

Beforehand, discussions of Jewish thought arose and allowed for more insight of the religion for Sheila

Sari further explained in laymen's terms

Learning ExperienceUnderstanding of other religions different

from our ownExposure to other people’s values and morals

that might differ from our traditionsSocializing with those in modern day to

acquire cultural competence

Meaningful MomentsWatching “Love Actually”Discussion on Abortion, birth control,

marriage, and reasons behind themMaking the yummy food!

Showed team work and determination

http://youtube.com/watch?v=rgQVlgd2i98

Our result!

Hamentashen: A shortbread cookie with filling of many types, i.e.: chocolate chips, jams, jellies, poppy seed, prune, fig, or just about anything to celebrate a sweet holiday!

Course ContentSmoke SignalsLopez’ The SoloistParent’s Turning Stones

Sari’s ContributionContribution to the activity

Taught and explained why we were making these desserts

With help, told the story of Purim and why these are significant to this holiday

Professional dispositionUnderstanding and patience

Interpersonal communication skills used

Sheila’s ContributionHelped cut out and make the cookiesDiscussed issues and topics with the RabbiTalked about culture with SariUsed communication skills

Learning Outcome 1What constitutes effective interpersonal

communication? Effective interpersonal communication is

getting along with others, being respectful of their beliefs and knowledge, acknowledging the differences and the similarities, and being open-minded

Learning Outcome 2Differentiate healthy from unhealthy interpersonal communication styles

Unhealthy: Not listening to one

anotherBeing uninterestedLack of

communicationBeing judgmental

Healthy: Forming trustBroadening

perspectivesBeing flexibleSmiling and using

other nonverbal communication

Learning Outcome 3How is change initiated and maintained in

interpersonal systems?Change is initiated when people look at other

peoples’ perspectives. By opening your mind to see other viewpoints, all sorts of change can be made. This can be maintained by using effective communication skills and allowing for time to consider different possibilities

Learning Outcome 4What is the importance of effective

communication in larger groups and systems? Having effective communication in large

groups or systems is very important because it fosters tolerance and trust, which helps build relationships. Without that communication, the systems don’t function properly.