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What is Self-Advocacy?
- communicating your needs to others
- speaking up for yourself
- taking accountability
- knowing your rights
Make a positive "I" statement about yourself.
Example - "I am strong" or "I can do this"
Can you name 3 types of boundaries?
- physical
- social
- digital
When you are advocating for yourself, it is important to think over your response.
True or False?
True
- Think about what you will say before you try to resolve the conflict.
Which month is the hottest month of the year in the Northern Hemisphere?
July, it falls in the middle of summer when the sun is at its highest angle in the sky. This results in longer days and more direct sunlight, leading to higher temperatures.
Why is self-advocacy important?
- self-respect
- confidence
- helpful communication
- honesty
- creates helpful boundaries
Name two qualities of a good communicator.
- respectful
- honest
- patient
- good listener
- clear speaker
- open minded
What is an example of a physical boundary?
- asking someone politely to stop touching you
- asking someone not to touch your things
Self-Advocacy means refusing to accept advice from others.
True or False?
False
What is the largest ocean?
Pacific
What does having "self-awareness" mean?
- ability to recognize and understand your thoughts, behaviours, values, and or emotions
Is this an example of accountability or an excuse? Why?
"Everyone else was doing"
An excuse.
No accountability.
Is this an example of a boundary? What type?
"I need some time to cool off? We can talk tomorrow"
- Yes, this is a boundary - someone is asking for space to calm down.
- Emotional boundary
The 4 communication styles are passive, aggressive, calm, angry
True or False?
False: passive, assertive, passive aggressive, aggressive
(extra 50 points if you can name them)
What are the summer's three zodiac signs?
gemini, cancer, leo
What does it mean to take accountability?
- owning your actions
- being self-aware
- making choices without blaming others
- admitting mistakes
What steps would you take to tell an adult about a situation impacting you?
- Approach an adult you trust
- Explain the situation to them
- Ask for help or advice
What are 2 ways you can create a boundary?
- Determine your boundary (understand what you want)
- Communicate (share your boundary and stick to it)
- Compromise (coming up with a solution that satisfies both parties)
- Refine over time (as time progresses, you might need to change a boundary)
Once you set a boundary with someone, you can't go back and change it (explain why or why not)
True or False?
False
What percentage of a watermelon’s overall mass is water?
92%
What is an example of speaking up for yourself?
Name correct example for speaking up for yourself.
For example, setting boundaries when you are feeling uncomfortable or communicating when you don't like something in an appropriate way.
How can you change this response to a friend of yours?
"I can't deal with your problem anymore"
"I am not able to help you with your problem right now."
"I can't help right now, but I can check on you later."
Why is it important to respect the boundaries of others?
- prevents conflict
- healthy environment
- trust between both parties
- supports independence
Personal growth is an outcome of taking accountability
True or False? then, name one benefit of taking accountability
True
- builds trust
- builds respect
- stronger relationships
- empowerment
- confidence
What movie is widely recognized as the first summer blockbuster?
Jaws 1975