Lesson Plan
Impulse Busters Guide
Students will identify impulses and learn self-management strategies to pause and plan thoughtful responses. They will collaborate to generate ideas and reflect using a personal checklist.
Impulse control improves decision-making, reduces conflict, and builds confidence. Equipping students with self-management tools helps them regulate emotions and behaviors in and out of school.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Workshop Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Set the Stage
5 minutes
Step 2
Define and Discuss Impulses
7 minutes
Step 3
Strategy Brainstorm Relay
10 minutes
Step 4
Individual Reflection with Worksheet
8 minutes
Step 5
Partner Practice Pause & Plan
5 minutes
Step 6
Group Debrief Discussion
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Impulse Busters
What Is an Impulse?
Why Impulse Control Matters
Common Impulse Triggers
Impulse-Busting Strategies
Quick Group Discussion

Activity


Worksheet


Discussion

