1. SOPHOMORE CONNECT “Wanting to be someone else is a waste of the person you are.” ~Marilyn MonroeMarilyn Monroe Brave

3. We have A LOT coming at us every day!

4. Peer Pressure peer pressure noun 1. social pressure by members of one's peer group to take a certain action, adopt certain values, or otherwise conform in order to be accepted. Peer pressure is A LOT more than just pressure to use drugs – it’s pressure to do anything that’s not right.

5. Strategies to Resist Peer Pressure Make an Excuse Walk AwayA Better Idea Reverse the Pressure IgnoreSay NO State the Facts Broken Record Steer Clear

6. B u l l y i n g What is Bullying?  Someone is being hurt on purpose.  It is repetitive (happens regularly).  There is an imbalance of power.

7. Teasing  Everyone is having fun  No one is getting hurt  Everyone is participating equally Conflict  No one is having fun  There is a possible solution to the disagreement  Equal balance of power Mean Moment  Someone is being hurt on purpose  Reaction to a strong feeling or emotion Bullying  Someone is being hurt on purpose  Repetitive (happens regularly)  Imbalance of power

8. Bullying: What to do?  Be assertive! “STOP!!”  Distance yourself.  Get help!  Don’t be a bystander! Report.

9. WHAT TO DO BEING BULLIED?FEELING ANXIETY OR DEPRESSION? BE ASSERTIVE! “STOP!!” GET HELP! TELL AN ADULT THAT YOU CAN TRUST. DISTANCE YOURSELF. TRY A COPING SKILL THAT WORKS – journaling, breathing exercises, doodling, music, nature GET HELP! TELL AN ADULT THAT CAN HELP YOU!! MAKE SURE TO GET ENOUGH SLEEP, NOURISHMENT, EXERCISE DON’T BE A BYSTANDER. REPORT! THINK POSITIVE. CONTROL YOUR THOUGHTS. MAKE CARDS

10. Walking with a Purpose Having goals. Looking to the future. Taking the high road. Being kind to others. Avoid drama. Being understanding that everyone wants to belong. Everyone is different. Getting help is okay! Don’t compare yourself to others!

11. Looking forward to SOPHOMORE Wednesday, April 13 TH Brave