Flexibility
What does it mean to be flexible?
- Accept other people's ideas
- Think of new ways to do things
- Changing the way you do or think about something
- Being calm when you're having a problem
Name three of your friends!
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What does it mean for a thought to be helpful?
- Makes us feel calm or happy
- Is the truth
- Helps us to handle problems
- Helps us feel good about ourselves
1. Happy
2. Sad
3. Excited
4. Confused
5. Angry
6. Jealous
7. Surprised
What does it mean to be rigid?
- Do not accept other people's ideas
- Can't think of new ways to do things
- Only thinking or doing something one way
- Thinking everything has to be your way
What words would you use to describe your friends?
"I never do anything right." Is this thought helpful or unhelpful?
You got it!
Why is it important to know what we're feeling?
1. Share how we're feeling with others
2. Know what we like and don't like
3. Know when we need to take a break or use strategies
4. Know when we are being treated with respect
What is a compromise?
A compromise is a flexible choice that means you get what you want and someone else gets what they want to.
Name three things that make someone a good friend.
1. Kindness
2. Honesty
3. Supportiveness
4. Helpfulness
5. Silliness
"I'm really confused, but I guess I'll figure it out by myself because I don't want to ask for help." Is this thought helpful or unhelpful?
Awesome!
True or false: There are "good emotions" and "bad emotions."
False!
Name two times that you were flexible at home or at SEC!
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Name one problem you had with one of your friends. How did you handle it?
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What is the best thing to do when you have an unhelpful thought?
Challenge it by thinking of a true, more helpful thought instead.
When was the last time you cried? What made you upset?
Thanks for being brave!
Name two ways you could be more flexible with your siblings!
Awesome job!
Kids in your classroom are really frustrating you. Name three ways you can handle this problem.
1. Tell the teacher
2. Ask for quiet time or alone time
3. Ignore them
4. Focus on what you're learning
5. Ask to move seats
Name two unhelpful thoughts you had at home or at school.
Great work!
What does happiness feel like in your body?
Nice!