Self-Awareness
What does it mean to be self-aware?
To understand your own feelings, personality, motives, and desires.
What does it mean to be able to manage yourself?
To regulate your emotions and behaviors to what is appropriate in the environment
A group of people living together who make up a community
Name three types of relationships (example: teacher - student)
Friendship, romantic partnership, parent-child relationship
What is one decision you made today?
Name 1-2 strengths you have.
What is a goal you have set (or want to set) for yourself this school year?
Why is it good to show kindness to others?
Treat people how you would like to be treated; you never know what someone is going through and kindness can be helpful and positive
Name a healthy relationship you have with someone else. [Examples: me and my auntie; brother; best friend; siblings; etc.]
What does it mean to be independent?
To be able to function or make decisions by yourself
Name something you know you could improve on.
What does it mean to be "insecure" about something?
To lack self-confidence; to fear doing well or doing something the way you want it to be done
What is empathy?
The ability to understand and share feelings with others; to respect someone else's perspective
How can you set a boundary with someone in a healthy way?
Talk to them directly about what you do not like; tell them no; be respectful
What is a responsibility you have as a student at Avalon Park?
Come to school; try to learn; listen to staff; follow the rules
How might you feel if someone told you that you are a leader? Would you agree or disagree?
Why do you think your parents give you chores?
To teach you discipline; to prepare you for independence; to help out
Should everyone share the same opinion about food, sports, politics, and religion? Why?
No - our differences are natural, and it is good to be able to disagree respectfully to expand our own perspectives
Listening, eye-contact, talking/responding
What is a consequence? Example?
Your friend invites you to swim in her pool, but not your other friend, who is standing right with you. How might your friend feel? How might they respond?
Left out; may keep quiet about it to avoid embarrassment
What motivates you? How do you stay motivated?
What are social norms?
Things that define acceptable and appropriate actions in a group or community of people, that guide behavior
How do you try to resolve a conflict in your relationships?
Communication is key! [other options applicable]
Name TWO ways you can solve this problem: you have an important math exam tomorrow, but tonight you were invited to get food and hang out with your best friend.
Tell your friend you will hang with them another time; study first and then hang out after