What is Assertiveness?
Ignoring your feelings to keep peace
Reacting strongly when someone annoys you
Expressing your thoughts respectfully and confidently
Staying quiet when you’re upset
What is self-control?
Arguing until your point is made
Letting others speak for you
Waiting patiently even when excited
Saying whatever is on your mind
Which of these is an example of self-control?
Politely asking for an extension on homework
Telling your friend you're upset
Standing up for your needs
Breathing deeply instead of reacting in anger
Your friend keeps interrupting you. What’s the assertive response?
Complain to someone else
Interrupt them back
Stay quiet to avoid conflict
Politely ask them to let you finish speaking
A friend keeps asking for money. What’s the assertive way to respond?
Ignore them
Lend it anyway
Say yes but feel angry about it
Tell them respectfully, that it makes you uncomfortable
What benefit of assertiveness helps you avoid feeling pressured?
Builds Self-Confidence
Reduces Stress
Improves Communication
Helps Set Clear Boundaries
What’s the best response when someone disagrees with your opinion in class?
Wait your turn and share your view politely
Roll your eyes and disagree loudly
Say nothing to avoid conflict
Interrupt them to correct them
Which of the following is a good example of self-control?
Slamming your books on the desk
Taking deep breaths when you feel stressed
Yelling when someone takes your seat
Ignoring the teacher when you’re angry
What is one benefit of self-control?
You can control other people
You never have to speak up
You always get what you want
You can avoid unnecessary arguments
When might you need to use self-control the most?
When you're having fun
When you're feeling angry or frustrated
When you're by yourself
When you're calm and relaxed
Which of these is NOT a self-control strategy?
Counting to ten
Breathing deeply
Shouting at someone
Walking away
Why is it important to practice self-control in conversations?
So you can always be right
So you can avoid talking at all
So you can interrupt others when needed
So you can listen and respond respectfully
Describe a time when you stayed calm even though you were really upset. What helped you stay in control?
I took deep breaths and explained calmly instead of shouting.
Why is it sometimes hard to show self-control when we’re angry?
Strong emotions make it hard to think before acting.
What are some strategies to stay calm when someone is rude?
Take deep breaths, walk away, or count to ten.
How can self-control help you in school or work?
It helps me stay focused, avoid arguments, and do my best.
