LEVEL UP YOUR CONTROL
Name one coping skill you can use when something is out of your control.
Deep breathing, positive self-talk, movement
You studied for a test but still feel nervous. What is one thing you can control?
Your effort, using calming strategies, asking for help
Your group project partner isn’t helping. What can you influence?
Communicating expectations, asking the teacher for support
Choosing how you spend your free time
Control
You’re stressed about a big test tomorrow.
Focus on studying, use breathing, get rest
Why is it important to focus on what you can control?
Reduces stress, builds confidence, helps decision-making
You feel angry after an argument with a friend. What is in your control?
How you respond, taking space, using respectful words
A friend is having a bad day. What can you influence?
Offering support, listening, being kind
Encouraging a friend to make better choices
Influence
You didn’t make the team you tried out for.
Accept feelings, plan next steps, practice
What happens when we focus too much on things we can’t control?
Increased stress, frustration, anxiety
You didn’t like your grade on an assignment. What can you control next?
Reviewing feedback, asking questions, trying again
Your class is being loud and distracting. What can you influence?
Modeling quiet behavior, asking peers to focus
Your reaction to getting in trouble
Control
Friends are arguing in a group chat.
Mute chat, encourage calm discussion, step away
What's one thing you can do when you are feeling overwhelmed?
Take a break, talk to a person I trust, do something I enjoy
Someone says something rude online. What is in your control?
Not responding, blocking/reporting, telling a trusted adult
Your sibling is upset. What is something you can influence?
Offering help, staying calm, giving them space
A classmate’s attitude
Influence
You’re annoyed because plans changed last minute.
Adjust expectations, choose a positive response