Lesson Plan

Accept or Resist?

Students will define acceptance, analyze its benefits and drawbacks, and reflect on personal situations to apply acceptance effectively for self-awareness and resilience.

Understanding acceptance helps students build self-awareness, resilience, and healthier relationships by discerning when to embrace situations and when to advocate for change.

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10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Hook

5 minutes

Step 2

Define Acceptance

5 minutes

Step 3

Pros and Cons Brainstorm

10 minutes

Step 4

Individual Reflection

5 minutes

Step 5

Share and Debrief

5 minutes

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What Is Acceptance?

Display this slide to kick off the lesson. Read the quote aloud and then ask students: “What does acceptance mean to you?” Invite 2–3 quick responses. Explain that today’s session will explore both the benefits and drawbacks of acceptance.

Defining Acceptance

Show the definition and ask students to turn to a partner to discuss. Encourage them to suggest edits or additions. After 1–2 minutes, record the class’s refined definition on chart paper.

Pros and Cons of Acceptance

Introduce the pros and cons chart. Explain that in pairs, students will brainstorm at least three items for each column on their worksheet. Circulate to prompt deeper thinking.

Reflect on Your Experiences

Ask students to complete the reflection section of their worksheet silently. Remind them to be honest and concise. Circulate and offer support if needed.

Discussion Questions

Invite 2–3 volunteers to share their reflections. Use these prompts to guide discussion: • When is acceptance a strength? • When might resisting be more helpful? Summarize key points on the board.

Key Takeaways

Reinforce the main takeaways and thank students for their participation. Remind them that both acceptance and resistance have their place, depending on the situation.

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