Are thoughts always right? Give an example.
No, they can be wrong sometimes, like with negative thoughts.
Can we control our feelings?
Yes- we can sit with them or try to change them... sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't.
How does your behavior change in different settings?
Thanks for sharing!
True or False- “Instant Fixes” for stress and anger exist.
False
What's your favorite coping skill?
Interesting!
Name a positive thought to have about yourself.
Examples- I can do hard things, I am good at....
Can you have more than one feeling at once? Give an example
Yes you can!
If someone thinks they can't do something, like hard homework, how might they behave?
Avoiding the work, rushing through it, thinking negatively
True or False- Coping skills can be both negative and positive.
True, like if we spend all our time on video games to avoid being upset or if we just sleep all the time
Who is someone you admire and why?
Cool!
Name a positive thought to have to start your day
-Today is going to be a good day
-I will do my best today
-I am looking forward to...
What's the feeling you try to avoid the most?
Thanks for sharing!
Name 2 things that make you angry
Thanks for sharing... that does sound frustrating!
What are some things that might make it hard to use a coping skill?
-You're stuck in a situation
If you had a magic wand, what's one thing would you do?
Nice!!
Name a negative thought someone might have in the morning
-I wish it was still the weekend
-Today is gonna be bad
True or False- No thought or feeling is wrong in itself; it is what we do with it that counts.
True
Name 2 things someone might worry about
That makes sense
Describe a time that you noticed someone else handle their stress or anger well
Thanks for sharing
What kind of nut has no shell?
A doughnut
Do your thoughts impact your feelings and behaviors? Explain why or why not
Yes- how we think about something impacts how we feel about it and what we do--- homework is hard, you think "it's too hard, I can't do it" so you avoid it and feel anxious
Worry, jealousy, stress, disappointment, tiredness, etc.
Name 2 frustrations a parent might experience
-kids not listening
-too much noise
-house is a mess
Name 2 coping skills you can use in class when stressed by difficult work.
-deep breathing
-positive thinking
-asking for help
Name 1 goal you have for the next year or two
Good luck!