School Stuff
You got one question wrong in class and feel embarrassed. What positive self-talk could you use?
Everyone makes mistakes. I can learn from this.
You missed a shot during practice. What could you tell yourself?
That’s okay—I’ll get the next one.
What is the only planet in our solar system that humans live on?
Earth
You see someone’s perfect photos online and feel jealous. What’s a positive self-talk response?
People only post their best moments—it’s not the whole story.
A friend didn’t sit with you at lunch. What’s a positive thought you could use?
Maybe they just wanted to sit with someone else today—it doesn’t mean they don’t like me.
You studied hard but didn’t get the grade you wanted. What could you say to yourself?
One grade doesn’t define me. I can improve next time.
You didn’t make the team. What’s a positive self-talk response?
This doesn’t mean I’m not good. I can keep practicing and try again.
What do caterpillars turn into?
Butterflies
You post something and don’t get many likes. What could you say to yourself?
Likes don’t measure my value.
You text a friend, and they don’t respond right away. What could you tell yourself?
They’re probably busy. It’s not about me.
You forgot your homework at home and feel like a failure. What’s a better thought?
It was an accident. I’ll do better at remembering tomorrow.
You’re trying a new activity and feel nervous. What could you say to yourself?
It’s okay to be new at something. I’ll get better with time.
Which animal is known as the “King of the Jungle”?
Lion
Someone posts a rude comment about you. What’s some positive self-talk?
One mean comment doesn’t define who I am.
You weren’t invited to a hangout. What’s a helpful self-talk statement?
I’m still a good friend, even if I can’t be part of everything.
You’re nervous about presenting in front of the class. What could you tell yourself?
I’m prepared, and I can do this one step at a time.
Your team lost a game, and you feel responsible. What positive self-talk could you use?
One person doesn’t decide the whole game. We worked hard together
What’s the fastest land animal in the world?
Cheetah
You feel like everyone else has more fun online. What’s a positive reminder?
I don’t need to compare myself. My life is valuable in its own way
Your best friend is upset, and you don’t know what to say. What could you remind yourself?
Just being there for them is enough.
You studied hard, felt ready, but during the test your mind went blank. You start thinking: “I’m stupid. I’ll never get this.”
I worked hard to prepare. I can take a deep breath, relax, and try my best.
At a big competition, you make a mistake that costs your team points. People are frustrated, and you feel embarrassed. You start thinking: “I ruin everything.”
Everyone makes mistakes—it was just one moment in the game. I can learn from it and support my team.
How many legs does a spider have?
Eight
You see someone’s post about winning awards, traveling, and having fun. You compare yourself and think: “My life is boring. I’ll never be that good.”
Their success doesn’t take away from my own worth. I have strengths and good things in my life too.
Two of your friends hung out without you and posted about it. You feel left out and think: “Nobody really wants me around.”
It hurts to feel left out, but it doesn’t mean they don’t care about me. I still have value in my friendships.