Self-Awareness
Self-Awareness is the ability to accurately recognize one’s own emotions, thoughts, and values and how they influence behavior. The ability to accurately assess one’s strengths and limitations, with a well-grounded sense of confidence, optimism, and a “growth mindset.”
Self-Awareness Family Friendly Activities:
Create a Gratitude Jar as a Family - this is a step by step activity for cultivating gratitude as a family. Gratitude Jar - gratitude statement starters to begin the process.
The Way I Feel- this is a rhyming read aloud, appropriate for ages 3-7, that helps children identify a range of emotions.
Meditation for Noting One's Emotions - this 18 minute meditation helps teens and adults with identifying, accepting, and managing feelings.
What are the benefits of SEL?
Improvement in students’ social and emotional skills, attitudes, relationships, academic performance, and perceptions of classroom and school climate
Long-term improvements in students’ skills, attitudes, prosocial behavior, and academic performance
Decline in students’ anxiety, behavior problems, and substance use