Assertiveness
What is a calm but strong way to speak when you want to stand up for yourself?
Using an assertive voice
I am the person you can talk to when someone is being mean
A trusted adult ,like a parent, teacher, or therapist
This can help you bounce back from a tough day.
Talking to someone you trust, listening to music, play a game, exercise, or do something else that makes you happy.
What makes a person a good friend?
Kind, good listener, respect
Name a compliment you can give yourself when you do something well.
I did a great job!
If someone says something mean, what is a response that can set boundaries?
"Please stop talking to me that way"
If someone won’t stop being unkind what can you do?
Walk away or finding help
Name a way to help yourself stay strong inside when someone tries to hurt your feelings
Remembering that you are still important and worthy!
How do you show respect when other people are talking?
By listening and waiting your turn to speak
Name a fun activity that makes you feel happy and proud.
Examples : drawing, playing sports, or reading
When you tell someone how you feel without blaming them, you use me.
I statements (e.g., "I feel upset when you don't let me play.")
A tool you can use when your words don’t work to stop bullying
Seeking help or setting physical distance
Name a strategy to calm yourself down after being upset
Listening to music
doing deep breathing
take some time to be alone
use a fidget
get a cold drink of water
eat something sour or spicy
How could you fix a misunderstanding with someone?
Try apologizing or talking things through calmly
Something you can tell yourself when you're nervous about trying something new
"I can do hard things"
A type of body language that shows confidence, even when you're nervous.
Standing tall and making eye contact
Do this to help you stay calm and think clearly when someone is rude
Taking deep breaths or count to 10
What can help you feel strong when someone tries to make you feel small?
Thinking about something you’re proud of
Whats a reason you might want to walk away from a person or situation?
When you notice someone keeps being hurtful, or is doing something dangerous
Something to tell yourself after making a mistake
It’s okay to mess up. I’ll learn from this.
This is a way to say what you need, but without hurting others' feelings in the process.
Being firm but respectful
This is a way to remind yourself of your strengths when someone is mean.
Saying positive affirmations to myself like "I am strong, and this will pass."
How can you protect your feelings by reminding yourself not to believe hurtful words?
Try imagining a "superpower shield" around yourself
You dont want to do something the way your friend is doing it. Whats one way to express what you want kindly?
Can we try it this way instead?
Something you can do when someone says something mean to remind yourself it’s not true
Thinking of three good things about yourself