Tools for Self-Reflection
Writing down your feelings, thoughts, and experiences to help gain insight into yourself.
What is journaling?
Prioritizing your physical and emotional needs by doing nice things for yourself.
What is self-care?
Your teacher tells you that you got the highest grade on the test.
Examples: happy, surprised, proud.
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Being aware of the present moment and focusing on your thoughts and feelings without judgement.
What is mindfulness?
Looking inward and exploring your own thoughts and emotions.
What is Introspection?
You need to do a presentation in front of your class.
Examples: stressed, nervous, anticipation.
What is one thing you do to manage your stress?
(examples: go for a walk, exercise, deep breathing, talk to a trusted adult)
Recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of your life.
What is gratitude?
The ability to bounce back from challenges and setbacks.
What is resilience?
Losing a friendship that you cherished.
Examples: sadness, heartache, grief
Negative: excessive eating or sleeping, social isolation
Positive: journaling or exercise
The internal dialogue in your head.
What is self-talk?
Creating targets and objectives to achieve.
What is goal setting?
Someone gives you concert tickets to go see your favorite singer.
Examples: excitement, gratitude, happiness
What is one goal you want to make for yourself this week?
(examples: exercise everyday, answer a question in class, save my money, try journaling before bed)
These types of techniques can help calm you down. They may include reading, yoga, deep breathing, or taking a walk.
What are relaxation techniques?
Understanding and feeling the emotions and experiences of others.
What is empathy?
You get blamed for something that you did not do.
Examples: anger, annoyed, irritable, frustrated.
What is one thing you can do to better understand your own thoughts and feelings?
(examples: write down what you feel / think, try meditation techniques, check-in with yourself)