Perspective
What does it mean to take a different perspective?
To look at something in more than one way.
Define "goal".
Something a person strives to attain/ get.
Name 3 negative coping skills.
Self-harm, withdraw/ isolation, fighting, bottling feelings up...
Mrs. Grace has a twin sister.
False!
How can you tell what someone is thinking or feeling?
By their body language, facial expressions, their words, the situation...
Building a working time travel device by the time you are 14 is a realistic goal.
Name 3 positive coping skills.
Exercise, art activities, talking to a friend, playing a video game, checking in with Mrs. Grace...
The oldest person in our group (aside from Ms. Grace) is Peter.
True! Peter will be 14 on 1/18/21.
What is a compromise?
working together to find a solution that everyone can agree on
Is this a short-term goal or long-term goal:
Finish my homework before dinner.
Short-term goal.
Name one stressor in your life and a positive way you can cope with that stressor.
Example:
Stress: Getting into a good high school.
Cope: Using positive self-talk: "It's going to be okay I will try my best to get good grades and make the best to whatever high school I get into".
True or False:
Michael Jordan made the varsity basketball team in High School.
False!
Why is perspective taking important?
Helps you to get along with others, work together, and have empathy for others.
Is this a short-term goal or long-term goal:
Getting into a good college.
Long-term goal
How can participating in leisure activities be used as a coping skill?
Participating in leisure activities provides an opportunity to have fun, relax, and socialize with friends.
Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers, invented bifocals (eye glasses) and a glass harmonica.
True!
Is it possible for two people to interpret the same situation in two different ways?
YES!
Think of a goal you have for yourself this year.
Tell the group 2 ways you can help yourself reach this goal.
Time management, using an alarm clock, submitting your classwork in on time, attending class..
How can talking to a family member or teacher be used as a coping skill?
Talking to someone about your problems/ stress allows you to express your emotions and feelings and get everything out in the open rather than bottling it up.
Michael Phelps (an Olympic swimmer who won 28 medals) was diagnosed with ADHD as a kid.
True!