The Brain
This part of the brain is responsible for thinking, planning, and decision-making.
What is the prefrontal cortex?
This type of goal is about developing new knowledge or new skills.
What is a learning goal?
This word describes something that gets in the way of reaching a goal.
What is a roadblock? **Obstacle also accepted**
Another name for an implementation plan or plan for obstacles.
What is an If-Then plan?
This red-nosed reindeer leads Santa’s sleigh.
Who is Rudolph?
This word describes the brain’s ability to grow and change with practice.
What is neuroplasticity?
A type of board that is a collection of images, words, and symbols that represent what you want to achieve.
What is a vision board?
A roadblock that comes from inside you, like fear, self-doubt, or lack of focus.
What is an internal obstacle?
In an If-Then Plan, the “If” part describes this.
What is the situation or obstacle you might face?
The name of the day after Christmas is called this in some countries.
What is Boxing Day?
This happens in the brain when you make a mistake and reflect on it
What is learning (new connections)?
A good goal should be specific and have a clear plan. What type of goal is this?
What is SMART goal?
A roadblock that comes from outside you, like not having enough time, supplies, or support.
What is an external obstacle?
In an If-Then Plan, the “Then” part describes this.
What is the action you will take?
In “The Twelve Days of Christmas,” how many drummers are drumming?
What are 12 drummers drumming?
This part of the brain can sometimes react too quickly, causing you to feel stressed even when there is no real danger.
What is the amygdala?
The “M” in SMART goals stands for this.
What is measurable?
Second Step teaches that thinking ahead about what could go wrong is called this.
What is anticipating obstacles?
Complete this example of an If-Then Plan: “If I get distracted while studying, then _______.”
What is I will take a short break and refocus (or any reasonable strategy)?
This country is known for starting the tradition of the Christmas tree.
What is Germany?
When you practice a skill again and again, these connections in your brain become stronger.
What are neural pathways?
A goal tells you what you want to do in the ________.
What is the future?
When you face a roadblock, this is what you should adjust to keep moving toward your goal.
What is your strategy? (not your goal)
An If-Then Plan helps you know what to do when this happens.
What is a problem or challenge?
This Christmas decoration is made from evergreen branches and shaped in a circle.
What is a wreath?