Description
What It Is:
This is a worksheet designed to help individuals differentiate between what they can and cannot control. It features two sections labeled 'I CANNOT CONTROL' and 'I CAN CONTROL.' Under 'I CANNOT CONTROL' are listed things like other people's motives, the actions of others, predicting what will happen, the amount of toilet paper at the store, how long this will last, if others follow the rules of social distancing, and how others react. Under 'I CAN CONTROL' are listed things like my positive attitude, turning off the news, finding fun things to do at home, how I follow CDC recommendations, my own social distancing, limiting my social media, and my kindness & grace. The worksheet includes a fox illustration.
Grade Level Suitability:
This worksheet is suitable for upper elementary (4th-5th grade), middle school (6th-8th grade), and high school students (9th-12th grade). The concepts are abstract but presented in a way that older elementary students can begin to grasp, while middle and high school students can benefit from reflecting on these ideas in the context of their own lives.
Why Use It:
This worksheet helps students develop emotional regulation skills, reduce anxiety, and focus on personal responsibility. It promotes mindfulness by encouraging students to identify and let go of things outside of their control while empowering them to take charge of aspects they can influence.
How to Use It:
Students can use this worksheet individually or in a group setting. They can review the listed items and discuss why they fall into each category. Alternatively, students can brainstorm additional items to add to each list, personalizing the worksheet to their specific concerns and experiences.
Target Users:
This worksheet is ideal for students, counselors, therapists, teachers, and anyone looking to improve their emotional well-being and develop coping strategies for stress and anxiety. It's especially helpful for individuals navigating uncertain or challenging situations.
This is a worksheet designed to help individuals differentiate between what they can and cannot control. It features two sections labeled 'I CANNOT CONTROL' and 'I CAN CONTROL.' Under 'I CANNOT CONTROL' are listed things like other people's motives, the actions of others, predicting what will happen, the amount of toilet paper at the store, how long this will last, if others follow the rules of social distancing, and how others react. Under 'I CAN CONTROL' are listed things like my positive attitude, turning off the news, finding fun things to do at home, how I follow CDC recommendations, my own social distancing, limiting my social media, and my kindness & grace. The worksheet includes a fox illustration.
Grade Level Suitability:
This worksheet is suitable for upper elementary (4th-5th grade), middle school (6th-8th grade), and high school students (9th-12th grade). The concepts are abstract but presented in a way that older elementary students can begin to grasp, while middle and high school students can benefit from reflecting on these ideas in the context of their own lives.
Why Use It:
This worksheet helps students develop emotional regulation skills, reduce anxiety, and focus on personal responsibility. It promotes mindfulness by encouraging students to identify and let go of things outside of their control while empowering them to take charge of aspects they can influence.
How to Use It:
Students can use this worksheet individually or in a group setting. They can review the listed items and discuss why they fall into each category. Alternatively, students can brainstorm additional items to add to each list, personalizing the worksheet to their specific concerns and experiences.
Target Users:
This worksheet is ideal for students, counselors, therapists, teachers, and anyone looking to improve their emotional well-being and develop coping strategies for stress and anxiety. It's especially helpful for individuals navigating uncertain or challenging situations.