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Harnessing Self-Control

Students will discover how self-control is a powerful tool for achieving personal goals, understand and practice self-regulation strategies, and set individualized goals for personal growth.

Developing self-control is critical not only for academic success but also for emotional maturity and long-term personal achievement, especially during the transitional 7th grade years.

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Lesson Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Video

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Activity: Personal Goal Setting

10 minutes

Step 3

Self-Assessment and Reflection

10 minutes

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Self-Control: The Real Superpower

Introduce the lesson by energizing the students. Explain that self-control is not just about saying no, but about making choices that help them reach their personal goals. Mention that today's session is about discovering 'The Power Within'.

What is Self-Control?

Discuss what self-control means in relatable terms. Use simple examples like choosing to do homework rather than play video games. Encourage student thinking about everyday choices where self-control matters.

Self-Control in Action

Engage students through interactive discussion. Ask them for examples when they exhibited self-control and how it helped them. Emphasize that self-control helps in managing stress and making better decisions.

Set Your Personal Goal

Introduce the personal goal-setting activity. Explain the importance of setting clear, achievable goals and how self-control plays a role in staying on track.

Reflect & Assess

Wrap up the session by introducing the self-assessment and reflection activity. Encourage students to think about their current challenges and what strategies can improve their self-control.

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Self-Control: The Real Superpower

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