• Warm-Up: Begin with Session 1 Warm-Up: What's the Rush? to activate prior knowledge and personal connections to quick decisions.
• Introduction (10-15 min): Use the Mastering Impulse: Unit Introduction to set the stage for the unit. Introduce the concept of impulses and their impact on daily life. Encourage anonymous sharing of warm-up responses.
• Psychoeducation (10-15 min): Distribute and have students read What Are Impulses? (Reading). Facilitate a brief discussion on key takeaways: What is an impulse? Why do we have them? What are some common examples?
• Introduce S.W.T. (5 min): Briefly introduce the 'Stop, Wait, Think!' method as the core strategy for the unit, emphasizing that each step will be explored in more detail in upcoming sessions.
• Cool-Down: Conclude with Session 1 Cool-Down: My First Thought to summarize learning and initial reflections. Focus: Awareness, Motivation, and Basic Understanding of Impulses.

Focus on the first step: 'STOP!'. Students will explore various physical and mental techniques for pausing, such as deep breathing, counting, and physically stepping away. Practice scenarios will reinforce immediate self-interruption. Focus: Immediate Pause Techniques.

This session delves into the 'WAIT!' step. Students will learn to quickly brainstorm multiple response options in a given situation. Emphasis will be placed on identifying the immediate, short-term consequences of each option for themselves and others. Focus: Brainstorming and Short-Term Consequences.

Students will master the 'THINK!' step, focusing on evaluating options based on personal values, respect, responsibility, and safety. Guided practice will help them select the most constructive and positive action. Focus: Ethical Decision-Making and Positive Choices.

Students will work through a series of complex, relatable scenarios in small groups or pairs, applying all three 'Stop, Wait, Think!' steps. Discussion will focus on diverse interpretations and solutions. Focus: Collaborative Application.

This session helps students recognize their personal 'hot buttons' or common triggers for impulsive behavior (e.g., frustration, boredom, specific people). Strategies for proactively managing these triggers will be discussed. Focus: Self-Awareness of Triggers.

Explore the link between emotions (anger, excitement, fear) and impulsive actions. Students will learn healthy ways to acknowledge and manage strong emotions before they lead to undesirable impulsive behaviors. Focus: Emotional Regulation.

Focus on applying 'Stop, Wait, Think!' in challenging social contexts, including peer pressure and conflict resolution. Role-playing and discussion will help students practice asserting themselves thoughtfully. Focus: Social Skills & Assertiveness.

Students will consider how 'Stop, Wait, Think!' applies to situations outside of school, such as family interactions, online behavior, and community involvement. Personal reflection on real-world application will be key. Focus: Broader Application.

The final session is dedicated to students creating a personalized 'Stop, Wait, Think!' action plan. They will identify specific goals and commit to using the strategy regularly in their daily lives. A final reflection will summarize their learning journey. Focus: Personal Commitment & Future Application.