Insight
This is the ability to recognize and understand your own emotions.
What is self-awareness?
Taking slow, deep breaths to calm down before responding in anger is an example of this skill.
What is emotional regulation?
This is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.
What is empathy?
Saying “I’m sorry” and meaning it, or respecting someone's privacy helps rebuild this in relationships.
What is trust?
Asking a trusted adult for help when facing a serious problem shows this wise decision.
What is help-seeking?
Being nervous before a big test and realizing it’s because you want to do well is an example of identifying these.
What are emotions (or feelings)?
Finishing homework before playing video games shows this important habit.
What is self-discipline?
Recognizing that a classmate may be quiet because they are anxious to present a project when you are excited about the same task shows this skill.
What is perspective-taking?
Working together on a group project to reach a shared goal demonstrates this skill.
What is teamwork?
Choosing not to cheat even when others are doing it shows this value.
What is integrity?
This term describes a belief that abilities can improve with effort.
What is a growth mindset?
Breaking a big project into smaller tasks (especially to meed a deadline) helps with this skill.
What is time management?
Respecting people from different cultures demonstrates this value.
What is cultural awareness (or respect for diversity)?
Listening without interrupting shows this important communication skill.
What is active listening?
Considering how your choice will affect others is part of this process.
What is ethical decision-making?
Knowing your talented in art but struggling in math shows understanding of these personal traits.
What are strengths and weaknesses?
Walking away from an argument instead of escalating it shows this ability.
What is impulse control?
Noticing when someone is left out and inviting them to join shows this trait.
What is kindness?
Talking through a disagreement to find a solution is an example of this.
What is conflict resolution?
Thinking about the consequences before posting something online shows this skill.
What is responsible decision-making or forethought?
This practice involves thinking about your actions and how they affect others.
What is self-reflection?
Setting a target to improve your grade and making a study plan shows this skill.
What is goal setting?
Understanding unspoken social cues, like body language, is part of this skill.
What is social awareness?
Clearly expressing your needs without putting others down is called this type of communication.
What is assertive communication?
Refusing to give in to negative peer pressure shows this strength.
What is self-confidence (or personal responsibility)?