Students participate in a discussion and mapping activity to visualize the cycle between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. They identify how doing nothing often leads to feeling worse (the downward spiral) and how small actions can reverse this.
A comprehensive lesson for high school students that explores the intersection of self-esteem and soft skills. Students will learn how building competence in communication, empathy, and leadership reinforces their internal sense of worth through interactive scenarios and reflections.
A comprehensive lesson designed for 7th grade students to identify and shift away from co-dependent 'trauma bonding' behaviors toward healthy, resilient friendship boundaries. It focuses on the 'both can be true' philosophy—acknowledging hard things while maintaining individual emotional ownership.
A comprehensive collection of evidence-based coping strategy handouts for middle schoolers, focusing on the biological and psychological 'why' behind each technique. Designed for 7th-grade boys with a tactical, engineering-inspired 'Survival Guide' aesthetic.
A 30-minute Social Emotional Learning lesson for 5th graders focused on identifying and stopping aggressive humor and mean-spirited 'jokes'. Students will learn to distinguish between playful banter and harmful humor and practice setting clear boundaries.
A large-group SEL lesson focused on character, exploring the concept of doing the right thing even when no one is watching through interactive discussions and reflective activities.
A lesson for 4th graders exploring the importance of honesty, the impact of lies on trust, and how to tell the truth even when it's hard.
A lesson focused on developing emotional intelligence through identifying and practicing various coping strategies and regulation techniques.
A lesson for kindergarteners to establish foundational classroom expectations, focusing on active listening, following directions, and cooperating as a "Classroom Crew."
A lesson introducing 4th graders to emotional regulation and practical coping strategies for managing big feelings like anger, frustration, and anxiety.
A lesson focused on fostering a culture of kindness within the school community, targeting interactions between students and teachers through discussion and active practice.