Control Commanders Cards Document
Control Commanders
SELF-REGULATION MISSION DECK • SET 01/04
01
Deep Space Breath
Inhale slowly for 4 seconds, hold for 4, then exhale for 8 seconds. Clear your engines.
Breathing Protocol
02
System Scan
Check your internal hardware. How does your stomach feel? Is it tight or relaxed?
Body Awareness
03
Signal Check
Look around your environment. Name 3 things you can see right now that are blue.
Grounding Mode
04
Engine Cooling
Close your eyes and count backward from 10. Visualize your heat levels dropping.
Calm Down
05
Re-Route
If you feel stuck or frustrated, ask for a "Mission Update" from a teacher or friend.
Problem Solving
06
Static Noise
Is it too loud? Use noise-canceling headphones or cover your ears for 30 seconds.
Sensory Check
07
Power Nap
Rest your head on your desk for 30 seconds. Put your system into sleep mode.
Energy Reset
08
Manual Override
STOP. Take one deep breath. Think about what happens next before you move.
Impulse Control
09
Fuel Level
On a scale of 1 to 5, how much fuel (energy) do you have right now? Do you need more?
Self-Assessment
Control Commanders
SELF-REGULATION MISSION DECK • SET 02/04
10
Comms Check
Say one kind thing to yourself inside your head. You are doing a great job.
Self-Talk
11
Gravity Pull
Push your hands together hard for 10 seconds. Feel your muscles anchor you.
Heavy Work
12
Trajectory Shift
Instead of saying "I can't do this," add the word "YET" to the end of the sentence.
Growth Mindset
13
Sensor Array
Take a deep sniff. What is one thing you can smell right now in your sector?
Sensory Check
14
Heat Shield
When angry, move to a safe zone. Walk away from the heat until you cool down.
Anger Safety
15
Data Entry
Write or draw one thing that is bothering you on a piece of scrap paper.
Externalizing
16
Solar Flare
Big feelings are like solar flares. They are bright and hot, but they always pass.
Perspective
17
Orbit Lock
Choose ONE task. Focus only on that task for the next 5 minutes. No drift!
Focus Mode
18
Launch Sequence
What is the very first step of your work? Just do that one small step now.
Task Initiation
Control Commanders
SELF-REGULATION MISSION DECK • SET 03/04
19
Oxygen Levels
Smell the flower (inhale), blow out the candle (exhale). Repeat 5 times.
Breathing Protocol
20
Asteroid Dodge
Feeling wiggly? Do 10 jumping jacks to shake off the excess energy.
Movement Break
21
Mission Brief
Look at your list or the board. What is the most important thing to do right now?
Prioritizing
22
Galaxy View
Will this problem matter in one week? If not, try to let it float away.
Perspective
23
Docking Station
Find a quiet spot or a "calm down corner." Sit there until your heartbeat is steady.
Self-Regulation
24
Star Map
Use your finger to trace the outline of a star in the air. Breathe as you trace.
Grounding Mode
25
Pulse Check
Place your hand on your heart. Is it beating fast (red) or slow (green)?
Body Awareness
26
Shields Up
It is okay to say "I need space right now." Set your boundaries to stay safe.
Self-Advocacy
27
Warp Speed
Slow down! Move your hands and body as if you are moving through honey.
Pacing
Control Commanders
SELF-REGULATION MISSION DECK • SET 04/04
28
Constellation
Connect with your crew. Talk to a friend or teacher if you feel lonely or stuck.
Connection
29
Nebula Mist
Imagine a calm, purple fog surrounding you. It protects you and keeps you cool.
Visualization
30
Black Hole
Visualize a black hole. Throw all your worries into it and watch them vanish.
Letting Go
31
Satellite Feed
Listen closely. Name 3 distinct sounds you can hear from your command seat.
Sensory Check
32
Rover Mode
Take a short walk around the room. Notice how your feet touch the ground.
Movement Break
33
Pilot Mindset
Remind yourself: "I am the captain of my reactions. I decide how I act."
Self-Control
34
Repair Kit
Made a mistake? That's okay. What is one way you can help fix it now?
Problem Solving
35
Landing Gear
Squeeze your toes as hard as you can, then let them go. Feel the release.
Relaxation
36
Mission Success
You finished your mission! Give yourself a mental high-five for trying your best.
Celebration