True or False?
Self-control is managing your feelings and behaviors
TRUE
"I pay attention and ignore distractions." Does this statement show self-control?
YES
Someone pushes you in line and you want to push them back. What would you do?
Don't push back, ask them not to push, ignore them, etc.
Name 2 coping skills you like to use when you feel frustrated or angry.
(answers vary)
Taking deep breaths is NOT a self-control strategy
FALSE
Maya called Ellen a mean name because Ellen hurt her feelings. Is this self-control?
NO
Your parents say you can't have dessert tonight. What would you do to deal with that disappointment?
Go play, hang out with family, remind myself it's not a big deal, etc.
Talk about a time you showed self-control at school or home.
(answers vary)
Walking away is NOT a self-control strategy
FALSE
Carlos walked away from the big bag of candy on the kitchen counter. Is this self-control?
YES
You feel angry when your mom corrects you for fighting with your sibling. What would you do?
Take deep breaths (or other coping skill) to calm down, don't argue, apologize to sibling, etc.
When is it hardest for you to show self-control?
(answers vary)
Stopping to think about consequences IS a self-control strategy
TRUE
Jared took deep breaths while he waited for the teacher to call on him. Is this self-control?
YES
Your team loses the basketball game and your teammates aren't handling the loss well. What would you do?
Show good sportsmanship, use positive talk, etc.
Talk about a time you showed self-control with a friend or sibling.
(answers vary)
Keeping all of my feelings inside IS a self-control strategy
FALSE
Rita felt mad when her mom blamed her for the mess her sister made so she stormed out the room. Is this self-control?
NO
You feel angry when your teacher does not call on you. What would you do?
Take deep breaths (or other coping skill), remind myself that the teacher can't call on everyone and I can get a turn another time
Name 2 coping skills you can use when you feel nervous.
(answers vary)