Vocabulary
Stressors
I am in ________.
control
You have a big test tomorrow and feel nervous. Do you...
A. Review your notes for a little while and get enough sleep
B. Stay up late studying until you feel completely prepared
A. Review your notes for a while and get enough sleep
A friend wants you to skip class. You respond...
A. "Maybe next time"
B. "No thanks, I'm going to class."
B. "No thanks, I'm going to class."
Sarah's friend asks to borrow her favorite hoodie. Sarah doesn't want to lend it out, so she says: "No, I'm not comfortable lending it out, but thanks for asking."
Assertive
These are healthy actions, behaviors, or strategies people use to manage difficult emotions, challenges or stressful situations
Coping skills
I will ______ to ______
listen, learn
You had a bad day and want to feel better. Do you...
A. Talk to a trusted friend about what's bothering you
B. Keep yourself busy all night so you don't have to think about it
A. Talk to a trusted friend about what's bothering you
Friends are making fun of someone online. You...
A. Stay quiet and don't say anything
B. Refuse to join in and change the conversation
B. Refuse to join in and change the conversation
Jasmine is upset that her group partner isn't helping with a project. Instead of saying anything, she stays silent and does all the work herself.
This is a breathing technique that involves inhaling, holding, exhaling, and holding again for the same amount of time to help calm the body and mind
Box breathing
I will keep a _______________.
You have several assignments due and don't know where to start. Do you...
A. Make a list and tackle the easiest talk first
B. Wait until you're feeling less overwhelmed before beginning
A. Make a list and tackle the easiest talk first
Your friends pressure you to try something risky. Do you...
A. Make up an excuse so they'll stop asking
B. Clearly say you're not interested
B. Clearly say you're not interested
Ava's friend forgets her birthday. Ava says: "Wow, thanks for remembering my birthday. You're such a great friend." She says it sarcastically and walks away.
Passive-aggressive
This is the ability to understand another person's thoughts, feelings, or experiences by putting yourself in their position, even if you have not experienced the same situation yourself
Empathy
Which affirmation talks about mutual respect and not treating someone else poorly if I don't want to be treated poorly?
I will treat others as I would like to be treated
You are worried about fitting in when you start high school. Do you...
A. Change things about yourself so others will like you
B. Focus on finding people who appreciate you for who you are
B. Focus on finding people who appreciate you for who you are
A friend says, "If you don't do it, you're not really part of the group." Do you...
A. Explain your decision and stick to it
B. Go along with it to avoid losing friends
A. Explain your decision and stick to it
During lunch, someone cuts in front of Mia in line. Mia immediately yells: "What is wrong with you?! Get out of my way!"
This occurs when individuals directly address a disagreement, problem, or concern with another person. While it is often viewed negatively, it can be healthy and productive when handled respectfully and calmly.
Confrontation
What affirmation talks about starting or welcoming the day on a positive note?
I will great this day with love in my heart.
You feel stressed almost every day. Playing video games helps you forget about your problems. Do you...
A. Use video games as your only way to cope
B. Enjoy video games sometimes, but also address what's causing the stress
B. Enjoy the video games sometimes, but also address what's causing the stress
Everyone in your friend group is doing something you believe is wrong. Do you...
A. Keep your opinion to yourself and join in
B. Accept that some people may disagree with you and stick to your values
B. Accept that some people may disagree with you and stick to your values
Taylor's friend keeps interrupting her while she talks. Taylor says: "I feel frustrated when I'm interrupted because it makes me feel unheard. Can you let me finish my thought?"
Assertive