Impulse Control
What is Impulse Control?
Being able to control oneself prior to acting
What is a good question you could ask someone when you go on a date?
1. How was your day?
2. Have you been to this place before?
3. What do you do for work?
4. How long have you lived here?
5. What type of music do you like?
What is self-esteem?
confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect.
What is Personal Wellness
Wellness is making positive choices to improve your health and well being in all areas of your life.
Tell the group 2 things about someone sitting at your table
It can be their name, their interests, their hobbies, their likes, etc.
Examples of Games that teach Impulse Control
Freeze
Simon Says
Hide and Seek
Red Light... Green Light
What are 3 fun outdoor recreation activities you can do in the summer?
Biking, swimming (outdoor pools), canoeing, floating down the Bow River, walking in the park, going on a picnic, pedal boats, hiking in the mountains, tennis, soccer, running, and so much more!
Ways to improve your self-esteem
1. focus on you
2. identify your strengths
3. be open to change
4. be realistic
5. get support
6. keep it positive
7. take a break
8. do what you love
9. live in the present
10. share your feelings
Good Choice or Bad Choice?:
Asking for help when I am stressed
GOOD CHOICE
Tell the group 2 things you have in common with someone else in the room
It can be common interests, likes/dislikes, etc.
How do you show Impulse Management?
Stop and Think
Name 3 types of relationships?
Family, Friends, Professional, Romantic, Strangers
How is self confidence built?
By trying new things
Good Choice or Bad Choice?:
Eating cake before bed without brushing your teeth
BAD CHOICE!
Tell the group 3 things you look for in a friend
It can be any positive describing word: funny, kind, nice, friendly, adventurous, etc.
Examples of Self Control Techniques
Stop and Think
Planning
Rules
Challenges
Consequences
Practice
What group supports people with disabilities to go out to the Rocky Mountains?
Rocky Mountain Adaptive!
How can you focus on yourself?
do not compare yourself to others.
Focus on what you have and embrace it
Good or Bad Choice?:
Going for a walk in the park with a friend
GOOD CHOICE
Tell the group your favorite activity to do with a friend
It can be anything you like to do with friends example: movies, games, sports, etc.
Not all thoughts should be spoken outloud.
Questions you can ask yourself?
Is it helpful?
Is it kind?
Is it true?
What website can you use to meet people for outdoor activities, games, conversation, and other fun activities?
Meet-Up Calgary!
Is it okay to make a mistake?
Yes it is okay to make a mistake, learn from your mistake and try again
Name 3 parts of the Wellness wheel.
Social, Physical, Environmental, Emotional/Mental, Intellectual, Occupational, Spiritual, & Financial
Tell the group what you look for in a friend
It can be anything; such as: reliable, planner, good ideas, etc.