Confidence Boost
What is one positive thing you can say about yourself?
What is ... I am smart, I am friendly, I am kind, I am pretty, I am handsome, I have a nice smile, etc.
Name one thing you can do when you feel stressed.
What is ... Take deep breaths, take a break, talk to someone, stretch.
You feel nervous about answering a question in class—what could you do?
What is ... Take a breath, raise my hand anyway, ask for help, think before answering.
Take one slow, deep breath with the group.
Inhale through the nose, exhale through the mouth.
+ 100 POINTS !!
What does confidence mean?
What is... a feeling of self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities OR feeling good about oneself
Who is an adult you can go to when you need help?
What is ... a trusted Counselor, teacher, parent, guardian, coach, principal?
You make a mistake on homework—what’s a healthy response?
Fix it, ask for help, remind myself mistakes are okay.
Name a place that makes you feel calm.
Bedroom, beach, park, grandma’s house, quiet room.
Name a time you tried something new, even if you were nervous.
What is ... Raising my hand, joining a club, trying a new sport, speaking in front of class.
DOUBLE OR NOTHING !!!
What is a healthy way to deal with anger?
What is ... Calm breathing, walking away, using words, and squeezing a stress ball.
DOUBLE POINTS !!
A classmate is upset and stressed because of something you said or did - how can you help?
Listen, be kind, apologize, understand their feelings, reflect, and try not to do it again.
What is a calm-down strategy you can use in class?
Deep breathing, counting to 10, positive thoughts, quiet fidgeting.
What can you say to yourself when you make a mistake?
What is ... "Mistakes help me learn,” “It’s okay to mess up,” “I can try again.”
What can you do if schoolwork feels overwhelming?
What is ... Break it into smaller parts, ask for help, take a short break.
You feel overwhelmed before a test—what coping skills could you use?
Deep breathing, positive self-talk, and stretching.
When should you use a calm-down strategy?
When feeling angry, stressed, nervous, or overwhelmed.
Name one strength that helps you at school.
Listening, asking for help, being organized, being kind, and working hard.
Name two coping skills you could use before a test.
What is ... Deep breathing and positive self-talk; stretching and calming thoughts.
You feel frustrated and want to give up—what’s your plan?
What is ... Take a break, calm down, ask for help, try again
+ 200 POINTS
Teach the group one calm-down technique.
Belly breathing, 5-4-3-2-1 senses, muscle relaxation.