Stop
What is one question you can ask yourself when you are in the STOP stage?
How do you feel?
True of False: In the THINK stage we only think about what we are going to say.
False! We think about what we are going to do and say.
When you stop and think, what are some questions you can ask yourself?
How is the other person feeling?
How will this affect someone else?
Am I being kind or thoughtful?
True of False: In the THINK stage we only think about what we are going to say
False! We think about what we are going to do and say.
What is an impulse?
The feeling or urge to say or do something.
Name one way you can calm your body when you're in the STOP zone.
Count to 10, take slow deep breaths, or ask to take a break.
True or False: the THINK stage can be used in dangerous situations?
True! It is always important to be aware of your surroundings and think about your options.
True or False
When you stop and think, it is important to identify how you feel and what you need.
True
When you are in the THINK stage what are the two types of outcomes you need to consider?
Positive & Negative
What is a consequence?
The result or effect of an action or choice.
True or false: The way you feel will affect the decisions you make?
True!
What are the questions you can ask yourself in the THINK stage?
What is the problem? What are the options? How can I handle this differently?
You need to tell your mom something but she is on the phone. You decide to interrupt her.
Did you stop and think?
No.
What are the questions you can ask yourself in the THINK stage?
What is the problem? What are the options? How can I handle this differently?
DAILY DOUBLE: What is a coping skill?
Something you do to help you handle/cope with a situation.
True or False: You should respond to a situations immediately when you are angry!
False: We want to calm down our bodies before we respond to a situation to avoid possibly hurting someone's feelings.
What does it mean to stop and think before acting?
You are thinking how your actions can affect the situation.
Ashley has to use the restroom but her teacher is speaking to the class. She quietly stands up and picks up the bathroom pass and motions to her teacher before leaving. Did she stop and think?
Yes.
What tools can we use to help us in the THINK stage?
Calming Strategies
What is a feeling?
An emotion or mood.
What can happen if you don't STOP before you act?
We can do or say something that we might regret later.
Why is using the tool of stop, think, do important?
It can help us control our impulses or initial reactions and think how our actions affect others.
Your sibling keeps poking you. You say calmly, "Please stop poking me. It is making me very frustrated." Did you stop and think.
Yes.
What part of our body do we choose to make our decisions?
Our brain!
If you are having a bad day and are overwhelmed at school, what can you do?
Take a break
Tell an adult about what is happening
Talk to a friend
Explain your feeling and ask to use a coping strategy