What do positive affirmations do for us?
help us feel better about ourselves, build self esteem, and improve negative thoughts
When can you use mindfulness?
when you're feeling depressed, stressed, anxious, or in pain. A lot of people use it when they are having trouble sleeping as well.
does everyone find success with the same coping skills?
No, different things work for different people. We're not all the same and we work through things differently.
change this sentence from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset, "I'm not good at this"
"I can improve with practice." OR... (create your own)
turn this sentence into a positive affirmation, "I can't do anything right"
"I will try my hardest and do my best" OR...(create your own)
what's an example of practicing mindfulness?
Journaling, reflecting on your thoughts and feelings, meditating, and communicating your feelings.
what is a coping skill you can use during your work day?
talk to someone, ask to take a break, ask for help, practice deep breathing.
Logan is working towards thinking in a growth mindset. He studied hard for a test but failed, what he should say to himself...
“I will do better next time; I will practice and improve my studying.” OR...(create your own response)
when should you use a positive affirmation?
when you are experiencing negative thoughts or anything you need to feel better.
when should you use mindfulness?
when experiencing stress, anxiety, or depressive feelings.
when can you use coping skills?
whenever you need them, an example would be when you feel hurt, having a bad day, or if you're feeling overwhelmed.
what is a fixed mindset?
when you believe your abilities cannot be changed or improved upon
turn this sentence into a positive affirmation, "I will never get better at this"
"I will try my best and practice to improve" OR...(create your own)
what is an example of being mindful?
taking deep breaths, imagining a calm place, taking breaks when needed
what's a coping skill you can use to get your body moving?
exercising like walking, running, playing a sport, dancing, or anything to get your blood flowing.
The statement “it’s good enough I guess” is which mindset
fixed mindset
What are positive affirmations?
positive phrases or statements used to challenge and eliminate negative thoughts.
what is mindfulness?
becoming aware of one's internal state and surroundings. It's used to help curve destructive thoughts and habits by learning to observe or become aware of their emotions.
what are coping skills?
coping refers to what a person does to avoid, remove or lessen a stressful situation. It's often used to help handle stress in tough situations.
what is a growth mindset?
when you believe your abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work