Bullying
Bullying is defined as a person or group of people that are repeatedly threatening or harming someone in an attempt to make themselves feel ___________"
powerful
Something that causes you to feel stressed is called a _________________.
Stressor
Thoughts, feelings, and emotions can be positive or negative. Is "anger" a positive or negative feeling?
negative
How old is Miss Bouma?
25
In the context of bullying, what does it mean to be a bystander?
to witness bullying
List two common stressors for kids your age
school / homework
family problems
friend problems
being overly busy
puberty
mental health problems
peer pressure
wanting to fit in
You want to try a new instrument in band class, but you think you're bad at music. How might this negative thoughts affect your behavior / your choice?
You will probably choose not to try a new instrument because you're scared of failure.
Where did Miss Bouma go to college?
Calvin University
Bullying can be physical, like repeatedly pushing someone or tripping someone whenever you see them in the hallways. It can also be verbal. What is an example of verbal bullying?
giving someone a nickname that they don't like
threatening someone repeatedly
blackmailing someone
List two healthy stress management techniques
exercising
reading a book
listening to music
going for a walk
writing in a journal
talking to someone you trust
Imagine you are trying out for a basketball team, and you're a bit nervous. What is an example of a POSITIVE thought that you might have about trying out?
"I know if I practice really hard I will get better at basketball."
"I believe that I'm good enough to make the team."
"Even if I don't make the team, I know everything will be okay."
How many siblings does Miss Bouma have?
4
If someone sees bullying happening, how should they respond?
Stand up for the victim or go get help from an adult
Give an example of an external stressor.
examples: things that are out of your control
Homework / Tests
Friend / Family problems
Losing a loved one or a friend
Imagine you are nervous for your upcoming Language Arts test. What is an example of a NEGATIVE thought that you might have about the test?
"I'm not smart enough to do well on this test."
"It doesn't matter how much I study for this test, I'm going to fail it."
"If I fail this test, my life will be ruined."
What sport did Miss Bouma play in high school?
Softball
Bullying that happens entirely online (text, email, social media, etc.) is called _________________.
cyberbullying
Give an example of an internal stressor.
examples: things that are within your own control
Choosing to study for a test
Being afraid to try a new sport because you think you're not good enough
Sitting alone at lunch time because you don't think you're good at making friends
Our thoughts often affect the way we behave. If a famous person seems to avoid being interviewed, what thoughts might this person have that cause them to aviod it?
"being on camera makes me nervous"
"I don't like public speaking"
What is Miss Bouma's favorite food?
Lasagna