ACT
What does ACT stand for?
Activities, Calm and Confident, Talents
What are blue thoughts or unhelpful thoughts?
Thoughts that are unrealistic, negative, or make you feel bad
What should you do if your first plan doesn't work?
Try another ACT and THINK skill
What is one relaxation technique you can use?
Deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, grounding
What can you do when you have blue thoughts?
Reframe them! Think of a more positive thought or use another ACT and THINK skill
Who is someone you can talk to if you need help?
Any adult or child listed is okay
What are two kinds or categories of activities that you can do?
Problem solving, activities that help someone, activities that I enjoy, activities with someone I like, or activities to keep me busy
What does it mean to identify the silver lining?
Look for the brightside or something positive in a negative situation
When should I use my ACT and THINK skills?
Anytime I am feeling upset, anxious, or any other big emotion.
How can you show a confident self?
Look someone in the eye, smile, sit/stand up straight, etc.
How can you keep from replaying bad thoughts?
Get your mind off of them by doing something that distracts you.
What has been the most helpful ACT and THINK skill for you?
Any skill is correct
What are the steps to solving a problem?
Say what the problem is, think of solutions, examine your options, pick one, see if it worked
What does THINK stand for?
Think Positive, Help from a Friend, Identify the Silver Lining, No Replaying Bad Thoughts, Keep Thinking
Reframe this thought: I am not good enough.
I am good at X. My friends think I am good enough because I am able to keep them for a long time.