Self-control
Mind over Matter
Coping Skills
Building self-control
Using self-control
100

What is Self-Control?

Self-control is the ability to manage your actions, feelings and emotions

100

This phrase means counting slowly in your head to calm down before reacting.

Count to 10 

100

What are healthy coping skills?

Taking deep breaths, going for a walk, or listening to music

100

Self-control is not something we are born with but a _______ that needs to be practiced.


skill

100

Ana feels angry with a friend so she walks away. 

Is she using self-control? Why or why not?

Yes-walking away to calm down and think about the situation so she doesn't react aggressively. 

200

What Happens When You Don’t Demonstrate Self-Control?

  • Say things you regret

  • Make bad purchases

  • Quit something important on a whim

  • Strained Relationships

200

This calming practice focuses on breathing and awareness, helping you become more present and less reactive.

Deep Breathing

200

What is not a healthy coping skill?

Yelling, Fighting, destroying property 

200

This technique involves setting clear boundaries with yourself and others, such as saying “no” to distractions or unhealthy habits.

setting boundaries

200

Instead of yelling when you're upset, this alternative behavior involves communicating your feelings calmly and respectfully.

assertive communication

300

What's a benefit of showing self-control?

Better Decision-Making, Stronger Relationships, healthier habits

300

This kind of “talk” can help you manage your thoughts and stay in control when things get tough.

positive self-talk

300

Writing in one of these can help you process your feelings and gain perspective

Journal 

300

When you evaluate your progress toward a goal and adjust your approach as needed, this behavior is called

self-reflection

300

Mark receives a rude comment on his social media post. Instead of ignoring it, he immediately fires back with a snarky reply.

Is he using self-control? Why or why not?

No 

400

What can you do if you feel like you won't be able to control yourself in a situation.

Leave if possible

use a coping skill

400

This phrase means resisting the desire for instant rewards in favor of bigger, better results later.

delayed gratification

400

This physical activity releases endorphins and helps regulate mood

Exercise 

400

In times of difficulty, this behavior involves finding support from others to help you manage stress and make better decisions.

seeking support

400

After hearing that a friend lied about something important, Sarah wants to confront her immediately with anger. However, she takes a few minutes to cool down before having a calm conversation.

Yes

500

True or False: I can control everything around me in all situations?

False 

500

This simple grounding technique involves naming 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, etc.

 the 5-4-3-2-1 method

500

This practice involves visualizing a peaceful scene to help relax your mind and body.

guided imagery or visualization

500

This type of goal-setting method encourages you to break down larger goals into smaller, manageable steps, making them easier to achieve.

SMART goal-setting

500

During a stressful workday, Susan feels the urge to lash out at her colleague but instead takes a five-minute break to collect her thoughts.


Is she using self-control? Why or why not?

Yes