Taking Responsibility
What does it mean to be responsible?
Being aware of your duties, following through on them and taking accountability for your actions.
What is self-control?
Self-control is when you are in control of your behaviours when feeling an emotion.
What is a goal?
A goal is something you want to achieve. You make a plan and take steps towards achieving it.
What is stress?
Stress is created in the mind and body, especially when people are feeling tired, worried or pressured. Being continually stressed can be like being caught in a trap.
What is anger?
A feeling of sudden and strong displeasure and aggression directed at the cause of an assumed wrong or injury.
What is 1 responsibility you have at home?
Making bed, cleaning room, doing dishes, taking out the trash, etc.
Give an example of self-control.
Feeling angry and wanting to yell at someone but taking a deep breath and talking calmly instead.
Feeling annoyed and not rolling my eyes at someone.
Feeling excited but using a quiet voice volume.
What acronym do we use for goal setting?
SMART
List any 2 emotional symptoms of stress.
Difficulty concentrating, restlessness, mood swings, racing thoughts, feeling suspicious, forgetfulness, feelings sad, anxiety, apathy, cynicism.
Is anger a good or bad emotion?
Neither. Anger is not good or bad, right or wrong - it's just an emotion and it is okay to be angry.
What is 1 responsibility you have at school?
Being kind/respectful to others, taking turns, respecting property, self-advocating, handing in classwork, NDCC, etc.
What emotion do you find most difficult to control?
Answer will vary.
What does the S in SMART stand for? The M?
Specific
Measurable
What are some symptoms of stress on the body?
Stomach ache, racing or pounding heart, cld sweaty palms, nausea, headaches, feeling tired, change in appetite, weight changes, constipation, diarrhea,
How many golden rules are there for anger?
5
it is ok to be angry
it is not ok to hurt others
it is not ok to hurt yourself
it is not ok to damage stuff
it is ok to talk about it
What is 1 benefit to acting responsibly?
People see us as more mature, we might be given more freedom and independence
What is 1 strategy to help you stay in control when you feel your emotions start to rise?
Deep breath, walk away, mindfulness, listen to music, take a break, etc.
What do the A, R, and T, in SMART stand for?
Achievable or agreed upon,
Realistic
Time
What are some behaviours that come with stress?
Missing time and work or school, excessive complaining, crying, nail biting, angry outbursts, nightmares, change in sleep (sleeping too much or not enough),
What is a situation that could cause someone to feel anger?
Animal is hungry
What does a loss of self-control look and sound like?
Lots of movement, might be throwing things or hitting things. Loud voices, inappropriate words, crying, slamming doors,
Give an example of a SMART goal
I will read for 10 mins 3 nights a week for the month of January.
When dealing with stress remember EDC (eliminate, deal or change). What are 2 strategies to deal with stress?
Listen to music, talk to a trusted adult, go for a walk, Deep breathing, meditation, coloring, drawing, journaling, etc.
List 2 coping strategies for anger.
Letter you never send, ask for help, physical exercises, stop - think - listen - talk, walk away,