Hands to Self
Vocabulary Words
Random
Calming Yourself
Size of the Problem
100

True or False, you should always ask permission before hugging a friend. 

True! You should always get permission before entering someone's personal space!

100

What is empathy?

Empathy is the ability to understand how other people are feeling.

100

How do we show someone respectful listening? List three ways.

Sit down-control body and voice- eyes on the speaker

100

True or False- using your imagination can be a calming strategy.

True!

100

True or False: A student can fix a level 2 problem all by themselves.

True

200

true or false: You can enter your friend's personal space without permission. 

False! You always need permission to enter someone's personal space. 

200

What is a personal space- bubble?

A personal space bubble is an imaginary circle around you that represents how close you want other people. 

200

Why is saying "I'm sorry", one of the most important lessons you can learn?

Saying I'm sorry is important because it can help to repair the relationships you have with others after you hurt their feelings.

200

True or False: Asking for a break is not a calming strategy. 

False! it is a calming strategy!

200

Which problem size is SO small that you don't have to fix it at all?

Problem size 1

300

What does the word "permission" mean?

Permission means that you ask before you do!

300

What is a family tradition?

A family tradition is a special activity that reflects that family's values, interests, or beliefs. 

300

True or False: It is okay to say no to an adult if you feel uncomfortable or unsafe saying yes. 

True! Using your assertive voice can help you set those healthy boundaries while also staying respectful. 

300

What are two strategies to help to calm your body?

You could have chosen belly breaths, tensing muscles, walking (pacing), washing face with cold water, fidgets, or yoga.

300

Someone budges in front of you in line! What sized problem is this?!

Level 1

400

What is a boundary?

In guidance class, a boundary is how physically or emotionally close you let someone else!

400

What does "being assertive" mean?

Being assertive means telling others your wants and needs in a respectful but firm way. 

400

How do you practice Mindfulness?

You can practice mindfulness by engaging our 5 senses and focusing on one thing (or nothing!)

400

What is the first step to help someone calm down their big feelings?

1. Figure out what feeling words fit the best.

400

You and your friend get into a huge argument at lunch. What sized problem is this?

Problem size 2 

500

What are two examples of people who can enter our personal spaces (without permission) if there is an emergency?

Ex. Police, Firefighters, Doctors, Dentists

500

What is Culture?

Culture is all of the things that make up who you are. This could include your family traditions, your religion, your home-country, and the food you eat!

500

Your friend loves to spend time reading and playing games on his switch. When he has to be around people for a long time, he gets really grumpy and tired. Is your friend an extravert or an introvert?

He is an introvert

500

What is the name of the OLDEST part of your brain? (hint: He gets very confused sometimes)

Grandpa LIZARD BRAIN!

500

Someone is bullying your best friend at recess every day. What problem size is this?

Level 3

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