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Self-Control & Growth Mindset

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Lesson Plan

Self-Control & Growth Mindset

Show how self control is part of a growth mindset

This lesson explores the connection between self-control and a growth mindset, emphasizing how self-control can enhance personal growth and success. Through collaborative activities, students will engage with the concept of self-control as a key component of a growth mindset, fostering a deeper understanding of how these skills can be applied in their own lives. This lesson is important as it equips students with the tools to manage their impulses and focus on long-term goals, which are essential skills for personal and academic success.

Audience

17-20 year olds

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Collaborative Learning

Materials

Video: How to Build Self-Discipline, Reading: Self-Control and Growth Mindset, Worksheet: Self-Control Reflection, Pens and paper, Poster paper, and Markers

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin with a brief discussion on what students know about self-control and growth mindset.
  • Introduce the lesson objective: understanding how self-control is part of a growth mindset.

Step 2

Video Viewing

5 mins

Step 3

Reading and Discussion

10 mins

  • Distribute the reading on Self-Control and Growth Mindset.
  • In pairs, have students read and discuss the main ideas.
  • Facilitate a class discussion on how self-control contributes to a growth mindset.

Step 4

Group Activity

5 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Have each group brainstorm scenarios where self-control can be applied to achieve a growth mindset.
  • Provide poster paper and markers for each group to illustrate their scenarios on a poster.
  • Ask groups to present their posters to the class.

Step 5

Worksheet Activity

5 mins

  • Hand out the Self-Control Reflection worksheet.
  • Ask students to individually reflect on a situation where they used self-control and how it impacted their growth.

Step 6

Closure

5 mins

  • Invite a few students to share their reflections.
  • Summarize the key takeaways of the lesson.
  • Encourage students to apply self-control in their daily lives to foster a growth mindset.
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Reading

Self-Control and Growth Mindset

This reading explains the relationship between self-control and a growth mindset, highlighting how self-control can lead to personal growth and success.

Self-Control and Growth Mindset

Self-control is the ability to regulate one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in the face of temptations and impulses. It is a crucial component of a growth mindset, which is the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work. By exercising self-control, individuals can focus on long-term goals, resist short-term temptations, and ultimately achieve greater success. This mindset encourages resilience and perseverance, allowing individuals to overcome challenges and continue learning and growing.

The Role of Self-Control in a Growth Mindset

  1. Long-Term Focus: Self-control helps individuals prioritize long-term goals over immediate gratification. This focus is essential for developing a growth mindset, as it encourages persistence and dedication.

  2. Resilience: By practicing self-control, individuals learn to manage setbacks and failures. This resilience is a key aspect of a growth mindset, allowing individuals to view challenges as opportunities for learning and growth.

  3. Impulse Management: Self-control involves managing impulses and making thoughtful decisions. This ability supports a growth mindset by fostering a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.

  4. Examples in Practice: Consider a student who chooses to study for an exam instead of going out with friends. This decision requires self-control and reflects a growth mindset, as the student is prioritizing their long-term academic success over short-term enjoyment.

  5. Strategies for Improvement: Techniques such as mindfulness, goal-setting, and self-reflection can enhance self-control. These strategies support the development of a growth mindset by encouraging continuous self-improvement and learning.

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Worksheet

Self-Control Reflection

This worksheet helps students reflect on their personal experiences with self-control and how it relates to their growth mindset.

Describe a situation where you used self-control. What was the outcome?








How did exercising self-control in that situation contribute to your personal growth?








What strategies can you use to improve your self-control in the future?








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