Perserverance Power
False
What is an emotion?
A feeling like happy, sad, or angry.
What is self-talk?
The things you say to or about yourself in your head or aloud.
What is a goal?
An objective you want to achieve and the plan it takes to get there.
What does perseverance mean?
Keep trying even when something is tough.
True or false: Everyone always feels the same way in every situation.
False
Give an example of unhelpful self talk.
Ex: "I'll never get this right"
DESCRIBE what mad LOOKS like.
Lowered inner eyebrows, Bulging or squinting eyes, Tightly pressed lips, Crossed arms, Clenched fists.
Name one way you can show perseverance at school.
Some Examples: practicing math, finishing homework, not giving up.
Act out a scenario where one feels suprised.
(Staff determines if it is appropriate)
What are two examples of positive self-talk?
Ex: I can try again tomorrow, I'm doing the best I can and that's okay.
What does 'personal best' mean?
Doing the best you can—your own improvement—not comparing to others.
Why is perseverance important in learning?
It helps us improve and reach our goals.
Why is it good to notice who others feel?
It helps us understand better and be kind.
How can positive self-talk support reaching your goals?
What can you say instead of "I'm bad at school and that will never change."
Describe a time you kept trying even when it was hard.
(Staff get to determine if the example fits)
Why might one person feel excited and another feel scared when starting a new school?
People experience situations differently- and that's okay.
Give me an example of a negative self-talk and the positive self-talk to replace it with.
Ex: I can't draw.
I'm not as good as I want to be but with practice I can get there.
DESCRIBE what afraid FEELS like. (Hint- how your body might react/change)
Dry mouth, Tight and stiff, Sweating, Racing, pounding heartbeat, Holding breath