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Savvy Communication Quiz

The Savvy Co-Parenting Communication Quiz 

is a quick 5 minute insightful tool designed to help co-parents assess and improve their communication skills!.

The quiz offers a personalized score based on a range of categories, such as clarity, empathy, adaptability, boundary-setting, and collaboration. 

Are you a Savvy Co-Parent or Not?

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Question 1 of 10

Do you feel a sense of dread when you receive an email or text from your co-parent?

A

Yes

B

No

C

Sometimes

Question 2 of 10

When your co-parent is speaking about a problem or concern, how do you usually respond?

A

I interrupt them with my own opinion and version of what occured as soon as I can.

B

I listen but my mind wanders easily to my response before they're finished.

C

I focus on what they're saying, sometimes taking notes and asking questions for clarity before offering my opinion or suggestion.

D

I zone out and don’t really pay attention because I can't stand listening to my co-parent's voice.

Question 3 of 10

When you and your co-parent disagree, do you make an effort to discuss the issue in a way that is productive and focused on your child?

A

Yes, we could give our own TED talk.

B

Sometimes, but emotions and old habits get in the way.

C

No, our conflicts usually end up with us yelling at each other, insisting we are right, or hanging up the phone.

Question 4 of 10

If your co-parent is upset and expressing their feelings, how do you respond?

A

I know my co-parent so I try to fix the situation immediately.

B

I tell them they are just being emotional and we need to focus on our chid and then offer logical solutions.

C

I listen quietly and acknowledge their emotions even if I disagree with them, trying to understand where they’re coming from.

D

I get easily frustrated with my co-parent and stop listening.

Question 5 of 10

You and your co-parent disagree about a parenting decision (typically discipline, education, medical care, etc.). How do you handle it?

A

I insist my way is best and shut down their ideas. My way or the highway.

B

I remain calm, listen to their perspective, and suggest finding a middle ground. I always make sure my co-parent feels heard.

C

I get defensive and the conversation often escalates into a fight.

D

I avoid the conversation entirely and hope the conflict resolves on its own.

Question 6 of 10

If your co-parent is late for a pick-up or drop-off, how do you respond?

A

I confront them with an angry text message, telling them how inconsiderate they are.

B

I immediately assume they don’t care about the schedule, because who forgets to pick up their kid?

C

I say nothing and just deal with it myself, letting resentment build.

D

I calmly express my worry and ask what happened to understand their side or offer support in modifying the schedule that it works best for everyone's schedule.

Question 7 of 10

Your co-parent is having a rough day and is short with you about an important decision. How do you respond?

A

I ask if everything’s okay and try to give them some space or support.

B

I am immediately pissed off and I dish it right back.

C

I take a deep breath and I keep my frustration to myself, but man am I resentful that my co-parent talked to me that way.

D

I tell them they shouldn’t take it out on me, and remind them that this isn't about them, it's about our child.

Question 8 of 10

You’re having a rough day, and your co-parent sends a text about something trivial. How do you respond?

A

Give them a snappy short response.

B

Let your frustration out—you’re only human.

C

Ignore it. Why are they bothering you?

D

Reply as though everything is fine, masking your frustration.

Question 9 of 10

Do you feel like you co-parent intentionally makes things difficult for you?

A

Yes, always

B

No, I am able to handle anything that comes my way.

C

Depends on their mood, whether Mercury is in Retrograde, or if they have had coffee.

Question 10 of 10

Do you feel comfortable communicating with your co-parent with a schedule change, request from your child, or asking for a favor?

A

Yes

B

No

C

Sometimes but I have to be strategic about it and use the right wording.

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