Identity
What is identity?
All of the different characteristics that make you who you are.
Aria was confused and frustrated with people wanting to touch her ______ without permission.
Hair.
True or False: Black hair comes in many textures and lengths but mostly wavy and/or curly.
True.
What is self awareness?
Self awareness is being able to notice your needs, how you affect others, how your body is moving or feeling, and how you respond to the things going on inside you, to you, and around you.
What is the comfort zone?
A state of mind where you feel most comfortable. Not much growth happens here.
We are like puzzles and our identities are____.
Pieces to our puzzle.
Aria loves her hair because...
All of the different ways she can wear it and she thinks it is as beautiful as a flower.
True or False. African Americans are often told that their hair in its natural state looks wild or unkept.
True.
Being self aware helps you to...
Self awareness is being able to notice your needs, how you affect others, how your body is moving or feeling, and how you respond to the things going on inside you, to you, and around you.
What is the challenge or growth zone?
The state of mind where lot of growth takes place, you are pushing yourself to learn more, even though you might not feel confident or fully comfortable.
True or False: Our identity changes over time, what we experience has a big impact on what we believe and value. As we learn more about ourselves and world, our identities will change.
True.
What are personal boundaries?
Who was the woman who was the first self-made millionaire after creating hair products for African Americans?
Madame CJ Walker.
Which executive function describes "thinking about your thinking?
Metacognition
What is the panic zone?
The panic zone is the state of mind where your amygdala (downstairs brain) is overloaded. When you experience the panic zone, you need regulate yourself by doing a mindful activity in order to get back into the challenge zone. Operate your thermostat.
What identities do you share with your family?
Open answer.
True or False: It's not okay to say no to an adult when they try to touch me when and where I do not want to be touched.
False.
Why is it important to highlight Black History Makers?
It is important to highlight the significant impact on society and culture throughout world history beyond slavery. It is important to highlight the challenges faced by people of color when trying to reach their personal and professional goals.
Which executive function describes "flexible thinking"?
Cognitive Flexibility
Why is it important to know which zone you are in when you experience different identities?
Being self-aware is impacts our interactions with others. We can be more mindful of our limitations due to lack of experience.
What identities do you have that are different from your immediate family? (mom, dad, siblings)
Open answer.
True or False: I do not need to get permission from somebody before I touch them or get inside their bubble.
False.
"Hair Love" by Matthew Cherry and "I Love My hair" Natasha Anastasia Tarpley are books about young children accepting the natural texture of their hair. Why is it important to have books like this for children to read?
Books like this help children to boost their self-esteem and allow them to accept themselves. These books help children understand the importance of seeing the beauty in uniqueness.
When it comes to understanding the identity of others, why do we need to use our cognitive flexibility?
Cognitive flexibility helps us to understand that there are many ways to do the same thing. It helps us to be more open to difference.
What are 3 things that the brain does on it's own?
1. Keeps us comfortable. 2. Identify patterns. 3. Thinks thoughts.