Growth Mindset
What does "My brain is like a muscle" mean?
Just like muscles, the more we train our brain, the stronger it gets and the easier it is to use skills
What do you call it when you have to make a choice on where to go?
A fork in the road
What does Cognitive mean?
Thoughts!
What is an example of a difficult situation?
Doing homework, turning off electronics, siblings being mean, not getting what I want, etc.
Which two colors can be mixed to make green?
Blue and yellow
What two types of mindsets can we have?
Growth mindset and fixed mindset
How does it look like when we choose to be stuck?
Refuse and say no, ripping things up, hiding, stomachache, headache, unsafe behaviors.
What is an example of all thoughts?
Everything stinks! Everyone hates me! I always get mad!
Feeling hot, sweaty, muscles tense, breathing heavily, etc.
Who was the first president of the United States?
George Washington
Turn this fixed mindset statement into a growth mindset statement "I will make a mistake"
If I make a mistake, I can learn from it."
Do we face consequences when we choose to be flexible?
No!
What is an example of Nothing thoughts
I never get it right! No one likes me! Nothing goes my way!
What does the T in TIP stand for and give an example?
Temperature change, using ice, drinking cold water, taking a cold shower, splashing water on your face, eating a popsicle, etc.
How many seasons are there?
Four (Summer, Winter, Spring, Fall)
What type of emotions do we feel when we use growth mindset statements?
Motivated, calm, happy, pleasant, low mood rating
Give an example of being flexible when told you can't use electronics
Use a skill, do arts in crafts, play with toys, read a book, help with dinner, etc.
True or False: Our ANTS are 100% true
FALSE!
What is an example of an Intense flavor?
Mint, sour, spicy, pepper, cinnamon.
What is the largest bird?
Ostrich
Give an example of something you weren't able to do in the past, but can now
Great job!
True or False: It is NOT my choice if I am stuck or flexible
FALSE: It is in our control, even when it isn't easy
What is an example of Balanced Thinking?
Sometimes I get what I want, Sometimes I don't, I rarely get F's, I occasionally get mad.
What does PMR stand for?
Progressive Muscle Relaxtation
How many planets are in our solar system?
Eight