Size of the Problem
How many people does a small problem impact?
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1 maybe 2 people
Why would someone need to take a break?
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starting to get frustrated, you are upset, you want to stop from getting upset
What is the best zone to be in?
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green zone
Behaviors that give people uncomfortable or unhappy thoughts about you.
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unexpected behaviors
True of false: Everyone feels cranky
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true
True or False: a medium problem can last a few hours or days
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true
Does everyone use different coping skills?
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yes
What is whole body listening?
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eyes looking at teacher, ears listening, mouth quiet, hands to yourself, feet still, body calm, brain ready and thinking
True of False: Expected behaviors are in the blue zone.
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false
What are somethings that can make someone feel cranky?
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being tired, being hungry, missing something, someone bothering you
What is an example of a big problem?
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a fire, a big earthquake, COVID-19
True or false: 5 things you see, 4 things you feel, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, and 1 thing you taste is a mindfulness tool
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true
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true
What is an example of an unexpected behavior?
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having your mic unmuted while you are not speaking, talking while others are talking, leaving without asking for a break
True or false: things can make people feel cranky that may not make you feel cranky?
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true
You raise your hand to answer a question but your classmate is called on instead of you and now you are mad. What size problem is this?
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a small problem
What can you do during a movement break?
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go for a walk, play toss with someone, do some jumping jacks
What does a facial expression tell us?
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tells others how we are feeling
You have something you want to share with the class, but it isn't helpful for the entire group. What is the expected behavior?
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wait to share when their is free time or ask to be pulled into a private channel to talk about it
If a friend or someone in your family looks or sounds cranky, does that mean they are upset or mad at you?
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no
What happens if your reaction doesn't match the size of the problem?
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- can make people around feel uncomfortable, scared, or not want to be around you
- it could make the problem worse
What coping strategies can you use during a calming break?
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take deep breaths, squeeze something
You feel like you have butterflies or knots in your stomach, you feel antsy and your legs are shaking, and you feel like you are about to lose control. What zone are you in?
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the yellow zone
True of false: expected behaviors can be used outside of school
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true
What can you do to get your cranky monster to go away?
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use a talking voice, ask for a break, take deep breaths, use a mindfulness tool, use an I statement