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If goals were like climbing a mountain, what would be the smartest strategy?

Take steady steps and rest when needed

Sit at the bottom and complain

Wait for a helicopter to magically appear

Sprint to the top without a plan

You fail a test and feel discouraged. What’s the most helpful thought?

“What can I learn so I do better next time?”

“Time to become a professional couch potato.”

“I’ll never recover from this tragedy.”

“Well, I guess I live here now.”

Which of these is the BEST example of dedication?

Working toward your goal even when you’d rather nap

Quitting because it’s “too Monday”

Doing homework only when the teacher is watching

Practicing piano… once… three months ago

Your brain says, “You can’t do this.” What should you say back?

“Thanks for sharing, but I’m trying anyway.”

“Let’s panic immediately!”

“I’ll just scroll on my phone instead.”

“You’re right, goodbye dreams.”

You decide your dream is to become a world-famous pizza chef. What’s your BEST first step??

Learn how to cook and practice recipes

Wait to be discovered by a pizza scout

Open a restaurant tomorrow

Eat pizza every day for research

Which statement best shows confidence without arrogance?

“I believe in my ability to improve.”

“I’m better than everyone else.”

“I’ll never succeed.”

“I don’t need to try.”

If a goal feels overwhelming, what is the BEST strategy?

Break it into smaller steps

Ignore it and hope it goes away

Compare yourself to others

Quit and choose something easier

Which choice shows a growth mindset?

“I can improve with practice.”

“Other people are just naturally better.”

“I can’t do this, so I won’t try.”

“If I’m not perfect, I failed.”

What can failure teach you?

Lessons that help you improve

That success is impossible

That you're not good at anything

That you should quit immediately

Which habit helps turn dreams into reality?

Setting steps and taking action

Hoping someone else will help

Avoiding challenges

Waiting for the perfect moment

What is a short-term goal?

A goal you can achieve soon

A goal that cannot be measured

A goal that takes years to complete

A goal someone else sets

Which situation shows someone overcoming self-doubt?

Karen practices and tries again after failing

Alex blames others for mistakes

Luca refuses to ask for help

Mia avoids trying out for the team

Why is it important to have a life purpose or direction?

It helps guide your choices and decisions

So you can be better than everyone else

So you never make mistakes

It guarantees success

Which of the following is an example of dedication?

Practicing a skill regularly even when it's hard

Only working when you feel like it

Quitting after the first mistake

Comparing yourself to others constantly

If you experience self-doubt, what is the BEST response?

Remind yourself of your strengths and keep trying

Wait for someone else to fix it

Ignore your feelings completely

Give up right away

What is the biggest difference between a dream and a goal?

Goals have a plan and action steps

Dreams are only for adults

Goals cannot change

Dreams are easier than goals

Which statement best describes a realistic goal?

A goal that challenges you but is still possible

A goal that is impossible to reach

A goal you can achieve instantly

A goal someone else chooses for you

True or False: If you feel disgusted by something, it means you should avoid it at all costs, even if it’s not dangerous.

False

True or False: Embarrassment is a sign that you’ve done something wrong and should feel ashamed of yourself.

False

True or False: Anger is always a bad emotion and should never be expressed.

False

True or False: Suppressing anger and frustration without talking about it can help you feel better in the long run.

False

True or False: Everyone has the same level of self-worth, no matter what mistakes they make or how they feel about themselves.

True

True or False: Your self-worth is based on what other people think of you.

False

True or False: Everyone experiences stress differently; what stresses one person might not stress another.

True

True or False: It's impossible to feel stressed without external causes, like schoolwork or family problems.

False

True or False: Writing down your thoughts and feelings can be a helpful way to cope with tough emotions.

True

True or False: Exercise and physical activity are good ways to cope with anxiety or stress.

True

True or False: It's important to try to handle all stress by yourself without asking for help.

False

True or False: When faced with a challenge, it's okay to take breaks and return to it later to continue working.

True

True or False: Asking for help is a sign of weakness and doesn’t show perseverance.

False

True or False: Perseverance means giving up when things get too difficult.

False

True or False: Avoiding things that make you anxious is the best way to get over anxiety.

False

True or False: People with anxiety can feel nervous or worried about everyday situations.

True

True or False: People with mental health struggles are weak or lazy.

False

True or False: Mental health is just as important as physical health.

True

True or False: Mental health is something that can be improved with practice, just like physical health.

True

True or False: It’s okay to feel frustrated or upset if things don’t go your way, but how you handle it can make a difference.

True

True or False: It’s important to share your feelings with others, but it’s not always necessary to talk about everything right away.

True

True or False: Your feelings can influence your actions and decisions, but your actions are still under your control

True

True or False: Emotions like sadness or anger are always negative and should be avoided at all costs.

False

True or False: It’s possible to experience more than one feeling at the same time, such as feeling both happy and nervous.

True