1. Identifying Social Skills for a productive life!

2. When something does not go “your way”, how do you respond? Take a moment and write down your answer.

3.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNCrs63JeuM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNCrs63JeuM Why do you think the players attacked the official? Who all do you think was affected by the incident?

4. Headlines that followed  High School Football Players Suspended After Barreling Into Referee  "The first thing we want is that those two kids never play football again."  John Jay High School Football Players May Face Criminal Charges  NISD: Suspended John Jay football players assigned to alternative school  Assistant Coach Suspended for Players’ Actions What other options did the players have instead of attacking the official?

6.  How do you respond when:  A teacher asks for your phone?  You are told to stay quiet in class?  Assigned detention?  Get in an argument with your parents?

7. TIPS FOR COPING SKILLS:  Avoid negative emotions like blaming others.  Avoid complaining about the consequences.  Respond with courage. How should focusing on the problem control our emotions?

8. What coping skills are you going to apply the next time you are faced with a consequence or with disappointment?