Resilience
What does it mean to be resilient?
Getting back up and trying again when something is hard.
What does it mean to be protective?
Something that our brain or body does to try to keep us safe.
What are centering skills?
How can you calm yourself down?
Centering skills are super-powers to help you calm down. When you feel mad, sad, or wild inside, centering helps your body and brain stop and reset. It is like finding your own quiet, happy spot right inside yourself.
Give one example of connecting with others? Act it out.
Connecting skills are the tools we use to build strong, safe, and caring relationships with other people.
What does team work look like?
Collaborating skills help us to work together for a shared purpose or to achieve a common goal. WORKING TOGETHER.
True or False? Asking for help can be a sign of strength.
What does "attacking" look like?
As a protective pattern, "attacking" means a person acts mean, loud, or angry to keep themselves safe. When they feel scared or hurt inside, their brain thinks they are in danger. They try to strike first so nobody can hurt them.
Name one thing that you are thankful for today?
Any appropriate answer gets 200 points! :)
How can you show someone that you notice them?
Look at them, listen to them, say hello or ask them how they are doing.
Show us how to ask a teammate for help.
(200 points if player can demonstrate how to ask for help appropriately.)
Your friend says, "I can't do this!" What could you say to them?
Its okay, you got this, You can try again!
What does it look like to be "distrusting?" Why do you distrust?
"Distrusting" as a protective pattern means keeping your guard up because you feel unsafe. Your brain uses it as a shield to stop people from hurting you again.
When should you "breathe mindfully?"
I should use this skill when... I want to feel calm and relaxed, I want to be able to think more clearly, I am stressed or I am having difficulty sleeping.
Why is it important not to interrupt someone who is talking?
It shows respect and gives them a chance to share their thoughts.
Two kids want the same toy. What is one way they can work together?
Take turns or find a way to share.
Someone tells you "You can't do it." what could you do?
Believe in yourself, Keep practicing and focus on what you can control.
What does "avoiding" mean? What DOESN'T it look like?
As a protective pattern, avoiding means hiding or running away from something hard. It is like your brain puts up a shield so you do not have to feel scary or sad feelings.
Avoiding ISN'T when you try to address a problem, be clear, and talk to someone now.
Name one thing that you can control and one thing you can't control.
I can control my choices, I can't control what someone else says or does.
Your friend is nervous about starting a new school. What could you say to them?
"Its okay to feel nervous. New things can be scary!"
Your teammate has an idea that is different from yours. What should you NOT DO?
Listen to their idea and talk about both ideas respectfully is WHAT YOU SHOULD DO. You should not ignore others, you should not yell at them, you shouldn't tell them their idea is dumb, etc.
You have a really hard day. You are angry, you made mistakes and you want to quit. Name 3 resilient choices you could make.
Calm your body, talk to someone, take a break, ask for help, use positive self-talk or try again.
You feel angry, your heart is beating fast, and you want to yell. What are 3 things you can do before reacting?
Stop, breathe, notice your feelings, take space, use calm words.
You made a BIG mistake and you're being very hard on yourself. Give yourself 3 compliments or show love to yourself.
"I am still learning", "take a calming breath", "ask for help", "give yourself a break", or remind yourself that mistakes happen. Could also be giving yourself a high five, a pat on the back or shoulder, giving yourself a hug, etc.
Why can speaking genuine help friendships and relationships?
It helps people understand us, builds trust and allows us to communicate our needs and feelings.
Work with a teammate to build or create something. You have 1 minute to show how well you can collaborate!
500 points if they were able to collaborate with each other.