Mindfulness
Which part of the brain do we usually put our attention? Thinking Sensing
Thinking
True or False
Kids that know more about the brain and embrace challenges tend to do better in school and life.
True
There is this new research about this thing called
_______ ________that proves you can become smarter depending on how much you practice a skill and how you handle challenges.
Growth Mindset
What is grit?
sticking with something even if it is hard
positive thinking = _____________mindset
growth
What are 2 ways to practice mindfulness?
deep breathing, visualization, going to our happy place, mediation
Our brains get stronger by doing what?
Practicing skills
when you do "Not Yet" understand something...that is when ___________takes place.
learning
How does determination help you reach your goals?
You don't let things stand in your way of reaching goals, you problem-solve, set backs don't stop you
Instead of saying I give up, I could say this to be more positive
I'm going to use what I know to try this ...
What does mindfulness mean?
It means being present. Being in the hear and now
Why does the brain have so many folds?
Those folds create more surface area for you to think.
How much of the brain is made up of water?
75%
Name one thing the boys soccer team did in the video we watched that showed determination
made a floating field, played without shoes, didn't care if people made fun of them
Instead of saying I messed up on this...what could you say that would be more positive thinking?
Mistakes will help me learn
What are 2 things that can distract you from being present?
texting on a cell phone, day dreaming, loud noise,
hunger
How much does an adult brain weight?
Approximately 3 pounds
What did we say about making mistakes?
Making mistakes is what makes you smarter....struggling is when the most learning takes place
Give an example of someone you know who has shown grit...
accept appropriate answers
believing I can do something well is called?
confidence or competence
Confidence
Why is being mindful important?
Spending time in our sensing state rather than our thinking state makes us much more healthy.
The idea that the brain is not fixed in size and shape, but can actually grow is called what?
Neuroplasticity
are we born smart or can we train our brain?
our brain is plastic so we can train our brain
What is one way you have shown determination in your own life? How did you show it?
accept appropriate answers...
being able to do something well is called?
confidence or competence
competence