Self Control
Your friend just said something that hurt your feelings. Practice taking a deep breath and reacting to what they said.
Double Points!
What supper hero has a hidden base in a cave and has enemies like The Penguin and The Riddler?
Batman
One way to show a person that you are interested in what they are saying is to respond with encouraging comments. Which are encouraging comments?
A. Sweet!
B. I really don't care.
C. That's awesome!
D. I'm not interested in that!
A and C
_____________ is a feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, for some kids, it affects their behavior and thoughts on a daily basis, interfering with their school, home and social life.
A. Sadness
B. Anger
C. Anxiety
A. Anxiety
True or False
Our bodies give clues when we feel worried or anxious including stomach ache, feeling dizzy, pounding heart, and tense body.
True
*BONUS Double Points* what are some other ways our bodies shows we are worried?
True or False
It is possible to control yourself 100% of the time when you know the right coping strategies to use.
False
Bonus points
Why?
What do you call a scientist who studies Dinosaurs?
A. Zoologist
B. Paleontologist
C. Dinosaurologist
B.
What are two things you could do for your family or friends to show them you care about them?
- Reaching out to see how they are
-Asking to spend time with them.
- Remember important dates for them like Birthdays
Coping skills are things we can do to make us feel better if we are sad, angry, or nervous. Give 2 examples of positive coping skills.
Examples: taking a break, exercise, deep breathing, grounding, meditation, reading a book, listening to music, talking to someone you trust etc.
True or False
It's normal to worry or feel anxious from time to time?
True
Bonus Points- What makes you nervous?
How can checking in with your feelings help you control yourself?
When you are aware how you feel it can help you take time to think about your actions.
BONUS POINTS how are you feeling now?
In the Disney movie Toy Story 3 who was the bad guy?
A. Sid
B. Zerg
C. Lots'o Huggin Bear
C
When having a conversation try to stay on the same topic as everyone else. If everyone is talking about funny movies what is something you could share to keep the conversation going?
Example:
-Talk about funny movies you like and the parts you find funny.
What is a trigger?
A trigger is something or someone who makes us sad, angry, or nervous.
BONUS POINTS
What is a trigger for you?
If push away or ignore my worries what will happen?
A. They will go away and never come back
B. I will be happier
C. Worries may go away for a little while but they will grow larger and be harder to manage.
C. Worries may go away for a little while but they will grow larger and be harder to manage.
One way to have self control when your body feels antsy and you have to stay in your chair is to squeeze all your muscles as tight as you can and release. Try it! How does it feely?
Name all the planets in the solar system!
Mercury · Venus · Earth · Mars · Jupiter · Saturn · Uranus · Neptune.
sometimes Pluto
Double Points
Sometimes when there is a conflict we have to compromise. What does making a compromise mean?
Each person gives up something they want in order to reach an agreement.
BONUS POINTS!!!
Share an example of a compromise.
True or false:
Getting angry is bad.
False
Bonus points
Why is it false?
When we get nervous we worry about what MIGHT happen, to stay in the present moment we can focus on our senses. Name 3 things you can see, 3 things you can hear, and 3 things that you feel right now.
Excellent! Double points!
What is something POSITIVE you can tell yourself when your are upset, frustrated, antsy, or worried?
Good job.
Name 3 Pokémon
Examples,
Pikachu, Squirtle, Psyduck, Meu, Charizard, Bulbasaur, Eevee
Taking responsibility when you make a mistake is very important and can be difficulty. Which of the following sound like they are taking responsibility for their actions.
A. That was my fault. I'd like to make up for it.
B. You started it!
C. I made a mistake, I'm sorry. How can I fix it.
D. It was all their fault, they are jerk!
A and C
DAILY DOUBLE!!!!!
It is hard to make friends if we don't feel confident or believe in our own awesomeness. Name 3 awesome things about you!
What is one way to calm yourself down when worried, anxious, or scared? Act it out!
Great Job!