How to handle criticism
What is Criticism?
the act of expressing disapproval of somebody/something and opinions about their faults or bad qualities; a statement showing this disapproval
What is Anger Management?
Anger management are strategies that help individuals understand and control their anger healthily and productively. It involves learning to identify triggers, manage anger levels, and develop skills to express and process anger more constructively.
What is Self-Harm?
Self-harm is a way of trying to ease emotional pain by intentionally causing physical harm to oneself.
What is Impulsivity?
Impulsivity is the tendency to act without thinking.
What is Decision Making?
Decision making is simply the process of making a choice.
If someone told you that you were doing a football play wrong, what is the best reaction?
Ask how to do it correctly, ask for feedback on how to improve.
What is a trigger?
A trigger is an event that causes specific emotional reactions or behavior.
What are some ways to Self-regulate emotions?
Count to Ten, Draw, Listen to Music, or Talk to Someone
What is Self-control?
Self-control is the ability to manage impulses, emotions, and behaviors to achieve long-term goals.
What can you do to make sure a decision is right for you?
Make a pro/con list or make sure you have all of the information to make an informed choice.
Good Criticism or Bad Criticism: You have a bad attitude.
How do you identify a trigger?
Try to understand your feelings and acknowledge what made you angry/ overwhelmed/frustrated.
True or False: It's okay to ignore your feelings?
False, but why?
What is a good way to handle impulses?
Set boundaries and redirecting focus.
Good Decision or Bad Decision: If you know an action you take will have negative consequences.
Good Criticism or Bad Criticism:“You’re so lazy and irresponsible. Don’t you care about anything?”
Bad Criticism
What is a physical response to anger? (Hint: How does your body respond to anger)
Sweating, Heart Racing, Red-faced, etc.
True or False: Hurting myself will change my situation.
False
List two peaceful ways to solve a conflict.
Talk it out, ask for help, take turns, or share
Good Decision or Bad Decision: Getting into a fight means that I am ineligible for clubs and school sports.
Bad Decision
Good Criticism or Bad Criticism: The problem with your golf swing is your hip placement. If you square your hips, you may find more success.
Good Criticism
Will yelling, fighting, arguing, complaining or talking back lead to a good outcome or bad outcome?
Bad outcome. Why/How?
What to do if you feel triggered to self harm?
Find an activity that will allow you to focus on something outside of what is overwhelming you, Deep breathes, Talking to someone
Why is it important to think before you act?
To make good choices and avoid hurting others.
When you have tried to make a decision on your own, and can't, what is your next step?
Asking for help/support or give yourself time to make a decision that is best for you.