Creating New Pathways
What is a neuron?
A cell that sends and receives signals in your brain
What is a mistake?
Something done incorrectly
What is a roadblock?
Something that gets in the way of achieving a goal.
What is an If-Then plan?
It is a promise that you make to yourself.
What is a reactive plan?
Being reactive means responding to a situation that has already happened.
What is a neural pathway?
A connections of neurons that forms when you repeat an action or thought.
What is growth mindset?
The belief that your brain can grow and change.
What is an external roadblock?
A roadblock that's in your environment.
What does the "If" mean in an If-Then Plan?
IF is a cue you can react to quickly.
What is a proactive plan?
Being proactive means planning for potential problems before they happen.
What is myelin?
A coating that forms around the neural pathway as we practice that helps signals between neurons travel faster.
What mistakes did the bridge builders make with Galloping Gerdie?
They chose a design that was cheaper, faster to build, and looked better.
What is an internal roadblock?
A roadblock that's within your control.
What does the "Then" mean in an If-Then Plan?
THEN is a specific action or actions you can do immediately.
Are proactive or reactive If-Then plans usually more effective?
Proactive plans are usually better.
What are some things you can do to grow your brain?
Try new and challenging things, ask questions, make mistakes and try again.
Did the bridge builders have a growth mindset or a fixed mindset?
A growth mindset
When was a time you had trouble achieving a goal? What got in the way?
Example: You wanted to learn a new skill/sport but didn't have the time, money, or support.
What are some ways to remember your plan?
Write it down, post in on the wall, or read it aloud a few times.
Think of a roadblock that may get in the way of studying for a test.
Examples: I may get distracted by my siblings or I don't know what to study
What happens in your brain when you're learning?
Neurons connect to form pathways, as you practice, myelin coats the pathways, and the pathway becomes faster.
What good things came from the bridge builders not giving up?
They were able to make a better bridge and advance bridges everywhere.
Sort Sonja's roadblocks into external or internal: Nervous about giving her speech, having trouble managing her time, and no way for her to get onto the stage.
Internal, Internal, External.
Make a proactive "Then" for Sonja's roadblock: If I'm struggling to get everything done on time, Then...
Example: I'll make a schedule for tomorrow to make sure I can catch up and fit everything in.
Think of a "Then" action for the following "If": If I keep getting distracted by my phone while studying, Then...
Example: Then I can have a break every 20 minutes to go on my phone or Then I will leave my phone in another room while I study.