This sequence guides 11th-grade students through Behavioral Activation, teaching them to audit their routines, categorize activities by mastery and pleasure, and design a personalized schedule to proactively manage their mood and mental well-being.
A 5-day communication and emotional intelligence unit for 8th graders. Using the metaphor of radio signals, students learn to identify emotional "static," regulate their "frequency," and broadcast "clear signals" in collaborative environments.
An advanced five-part professional development series for 11th graders focusing on the psychology of conflict, high-stakes communication, and strategic diplomacy. Students prepare for adult environments by mastering emotional intelligence, interest-based negotiation, and professional digital protocols.
A specialized workshop sequence designed for high school parents to help them navigate the emotional complexities of their children's post-secondary transitions. The sequence focuses on moving from a 'pressure-based' approach to a 'support-based' framework using nautical metaphors.
A mental health and communication lesson for high schoolers focusing on 'deflection' as a social reflex. Students analyze Jake Tyler's 'I'm Fine' TEDx talk, explore the 'masks' they wear in social interactions, and practice authentic listening skills.
A career and college readiness series designed to help high school students navigate the transition from school to the workforce, military, or higher education.
A sequence focused on executive functioning and study skills, helping students manage cognitive load and optimize their daily routines for academic success.
A series of workshops designed for student council and youth leaders to develop community-focused initiatives and positive school culture.
A lesson sequence exploring the practical application of Stoic philosophy for high school students, focusing on Marcus Aurelius's Meditations and modern stress management.
A career-readiness sequence designed for older students and undergraduates to identify their current skills, potential growth areas, and personality types using the Ikigai and Quadrant of Success models. Students move from auditing their time to creating a strategic roadmap for professional development.
This lesson explores the concept of Emotional Intelligence (EI) through the lens of the Mayer and Salovey model, comparing it with other prominent theories of intelligence such as Gardner's Multiple Intelligences and Goleman's EI model. Students will evaluate whether EI is a distinct form of intelligence or a collection of personality traits.
A 6-week school-based counseling program designed for adolescent girls to improve family relationships through communication skills, boundary setting, and conflict resolution. The program uses a 'Bridge Builder' theme to frame relationship work as architectural construction and repair.