Self Control
True or False:
One way to practice self control is to get THINK then get calm first before responding to a situation.
True
Mindfulness is when you intensely focus on being aware of what you're sensing and feeling in the moment, without overthinking it and without judgement.
TRUE!
Mindfulness can help us with feelings of anxiety, concentration at school, and when you are upset.
What holiday is also known as the Festival of Lights and is observed for eight nights and days?
Hanukkah
Bonus Points what is the story of Hanukkah?
for 800 points!
True or false
Assertive Communication is a communication style in which a person stands up for their own needs and beliefs, while also respecting the needs of others.
TRUE!
True or False:
My thoughts have no effect on my mood or behavior.
False
Your teacher just blamed you for something you did not do. How could you show respect for both you and your teacher but still stand up for yourself?
Example:
Take a deep breath. Talk to your teacher one on one in calm manner letting her know you did not do this. "Excuse me Ms. Smith I did not throw the spit ball at your head when you were turned around."
Coping skills are things we can do to make us feel better if we are sad, angry, or nervous. Give 1 examples of a positive coping skill and one example of a negative coping skill.
Positive Examples: taking a break, exercise, deep breathing, grounding, meditation, reading a book, listening to music, talking to someone you trust etc.
Negative examples: Avoiding, over eating, acting out, etc.
In the game Apex Legends, what part of his body has Octane lost?
His legs
True or False
Assertive communication means getting what you want by any means necessary even if you have to raise your voice or use an offensive name to get their attention.
False!
Assertive communication is defined by mutual respect, diplomacy, and directness.
In what situation would it be helpful to think this:
"Making mistakes is a part of life and how we grow as people."
Examples:
Making a bad decision at school or home.
Forgetting to do a chore or school work.
Failing a test.
A peer is bothering you in school and will not stop after trying to talk to them. What can you do next?
True or False
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) aims to reprogram your brain by challenging irrational thoughts that form your beliefs about yourself and the world around you?
True
BONUS POINTS x2
Identify a negative thought and challenge/reframe it.
In the story the Christmas Carol, how many spirits is Scrooge visited by and what are there names?
Jacob Marley, ghost of christmas past, present, and future.
Your parent(s) just said something you felt was unfair. Which is a good example of assertive communication and why?
A) Go to your room without saying a word. Go to your room, close your door gently, and if someone tries to talk to you, firmly say "LEAVE ME ALONE!"
B) Tell your parent(s) that you are agitated and need to take a moment to yourself. Go to your room, close your door gently, and if someone tries to talk to you, firmly say "I don't want to talk right now, please give me a minute!"
B
Double Points
True or False:
If someone gets a bad grade and THINKS they are dumb, it can make them FEEL sad and angry and they may BEHAVE in different ways such as wanting to be alone (isolating) acting mean or angry.
True
One way to demonstrate self control is to become calm before reacting to a situation. What is one thing you can do to help calm yourself down and think about your next action?
Double points!
Practice 3 good deep breaths: breathing slowly through your nose, holding breath, then breathing slowly out your mouth.
Double points
In Apex Legends, What is Bangalore's real name?
Anita Williams
Your sibling will not stop bothering you. How can you use assertive communication in this example?
Example:
Pick your head up, look into their eyes. Calmly but firmly tell them "I do not like it when you do that. Stop now!"
Double Points!
In what situation would it be helpful to think this:
"I don't have to be liked by everyone."
Example
A peer thinks you are "weird" and does not want to hang out with you.
The most important thing is to like yourself! BONUS POINTS:
Name two things you like about yourself?
Sometimes we get so frustrated at school or home we say things to ourselves or out loud like "What's the point! I give up." What could you say instead to yourself when frustrated?
Double points.
When we get nervous we worry about what MIGHT happen, to stay in the present moment we can focus on our senses. Name 3 things you can see, 3 things you can hear, and 3 things that you feel right now.
Double points
In Apex Legends, what animal comes with Bloodhound into the competition?
A Crow
You used assertive communication but the person bothering you still will not leave you alone. What is a good choice you can make in this situation?
Set strong boundary and follow through
Triple points!
By thoughts effect my ________, and my _________, effect my __________.
A. feelings, words, actions
B. feelings, feelings, actions
C. feelings, feelings, words
B
Double points