Written Assignment – Creating “I” Messages

Complete the following two parts of your written assignment in one Word document. First, show your skill at translating You-language messages into I-language messages. Secondly, apply this skill to your own communication.

Part 1

Translate the following You-language statements into I-language messages.

Sentences to be translated:

1. You are so selfish.
2. You don’t understand a word I’m saying.
3. You are too nosy; mind your own business.
4. You totally humiliated me in front of our friends.
5. You never help me around the house.

Part 2

Think of a You-language statement that you find yourself using when you communicate with a friend, family member, spouse, or romantic partner. Compose a paragraph that explains the situation in which you have used this You-language message. Consider how you would translate this You-language statement into an I-language message.