EMOTIONS
What emotion feels like a volcano or a loud thunderstorm?
anger
We use this strategy to give our brain oxygen so that it can think clearly and make the decisions that are best for us.
deep breathing
What is perspective taking?
Perspective is viewing a situation from someone else's point of view.
Sometimes our best option is to put some distance between ourselves and the problem. What is this strategy?
walk away
What can we do about mistakes?
We can learn from them.
What emotion feels like a rainy day?
sad
This strategy requires us to become our own cheerleaders. Whenever we feel disappointed or upset, we tell ourselves encouraging statements that help us bounce back.
positive self talk
What does perspective taking help us do?
Perspective taking helps us understand what people are thinking and feeling.
When two people can't agree on something, the solution is for them to get some of what they want. What is this strategy?
compromise
People with this type of mindset believe their abilities can improve over time.
growth mindset
My sibling keeps coming in and out of my room while I'm on the phone with a friend. The emotion I might start to feel is...
annoyed
This strategy requires us to play a movie in our heads of what the best outcome for us would be, and how it would feel for us if that happened.
positive visualization
How can perspective taking help us improve on problem-solving?
When we're able to see problems through the eyes of others, we can try their ideas and find new solutions.
What are we trying to do by problem-solving?
When we are problem-solving, we are trying to find a creative solution.
People with this type of mindset believe their abilities can't change, no matter how hard they try.
fixed mindset
I tell myself “ I can’t do it”, even if there is no proof I can’t do it. The emotion I might be feeling is...
nervous
We use this strategy to remind ourselves that we have control over our thoughts, feelings, and actions.
calming self-talk
How can perspective taking help us become a better friend?
We show our friends that we care when we try to understand how they feel.
We wouldn't use this strategy with our parents, but we can use it with someone who's bothering us.
ignore
What can you add to the end of this statement to make it a growth statement?
"I don't understand this..."
YET!
I throw my textbook across the room because I can't figure out the answers to these math problems. the emotion I might be feeling is...
frustrated
What is the purpose of using calming strategies?
Calming strategies help us accept our feelings so that we can move forward instead of staying stuck.
What are the three things that influence how we see something? Give an example of each.
Our experiences, personality, and values.
What can we do if we can't see eye to eye with someone? (Ex. We're arguing over whether Spiderman or Batman is the better superhero.)
We can agree to disagree.
What does a fixed or growth mindset describe?
It describes how we see challenges and setbacks.