GROWTH MINDSET
A growth mindset means you believe your abilities can ______ with effort, practice, and learning.
Grow/develop
"I always mess everything up!" — Inner Critic or Inner Coach?
Inner Critic
True or False: Everyone experiences anxiety sometimes.
True
What is one thing you can control when you can't control what other people think about you?
Your own actions, choices, attitude, or response.
How many sides does a hexagon have?
6
Instead of saying, "I'm just bad at math," what could you say?
"Math is challenging for me right now, but I can improve with practice/help."
"I made a mistake, but I can figure out what to do differently next time."
Inner Coach
Name one physical sign that someone might be experiencing anxiety.
Fast heartbeat, sweaty palms, shaky hands, tense muscles, stomachache, etc.
True or False: Asking for help is a sign of weakness.
False
What planet is known as the Red Planet?
Mars
True or False: Making a mistake means you aren't good at something.
False
Turn this Inner Critic statement into an Inner Coach statement:
"Everyone is going to think I'm stupid."
"I might feel nervous, but one mistake doesn't define me."
Which is generally more helpful when you're feeling overwhelmed:
A) Pretend you aren't feeling anything
B) Take slow breaths and focus on one thing at a time
B
You receive criticism from a teacher. What is the healthiest first reaction?
Listen, avoid immediately becoming defensive, and consider what you can learn from the feedback.
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
Pacific Ocean
You studied for a test and still didn't get the grade you wanted. What is a growth-mindset response?
Look at what went wrong, ask for help, and change your strategy.
Your friend doesn't invite you to something. Your inner critic says, "Nobody likes me." What could your inner coach say?
"I don't know why I wasn't invited. I can check in with my friend instead of assuming the worst."
You're staring at a huge homework assignment and don't know where to start. What's a good strategy?
Break it into smaller steps and start with one manageable task.
What's the difference between a problem you can solve and a problem you have to cope with?
A solvable problem has actions you can take to change it; a situation you can't control requires coping and managing your response.
What animal is known for having black-and-white stripes?
Zebra
Complete the phrase: "I can't do this _____."
"Yet!"
"I will keep trying!"
What is the difference between positive thinking and realistic self-talk?
Realistic self-talk doesn't pretend everything is perfect; it acknowledges the challenge while reminding yourself that you can handle it.
Name three healthy coping strategies you could use when feeling stressed or anxious.
Breathing exercises, exercise, music, talking to someone, taking a break, journaling, mindfulness, getting enough sleep.
You're nervous about school, friendships, grades, and the future. Name two things you can do now to make the transition easier.
Build good habits, ask questions, practice organization, talk to trusted adults, explore interests, manage time, get involved, etc.
Which fictional school does Harry Potter attend?
Hogwarts