Lesson Plan
Reflection Session Guide
To enable the 10th-grade student to reflect on their recent behaviors, identify potential triggers, and begin to develop personal coping strategies.
This lesson is crucial for fostering self-awareness and empowering the student to take an active role in managing their behavior, leading to more positive outcomes and personal growth.
Audience
10th Grade Student
Time
20 minutes
Approach
Guided self-reflection and discussion.
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
5 minutes
- Review the Looking Within Slides to familiarize yourself with the content and flow.
* Read through the Guided Reflection Prompts Script to prepare for the discussion.
* Print or prepare the digital version of the Reflection & Action Plan Worksheet for the student.
* Ensure a quiet and private space is available for the session.
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
3 minutes
- Greet the student and briefly explain the purpose of the session: to reflect on recent experiences and understand their own behavior better. Refer to Looking Within Slides Slide 1-2.
* Ask the student how they are feeling today and if they are ready to reflect.
Step 2
Guided Reflection
10 minutes
- Use the Looking Within Slides (Slides 3-6) and the Guided Reflection Prompts Script to lead the student through a series of reflective questions about recent behaviors, thoughts, and feelings.
* Encourage the student to think deeply and share openly, ensuring a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
* Prompt them to identify specific situations, what happened, how they felt, and what they did.
Step 3
Identify Triggers & Strategies
5 minutes
- Transition to discussing patterns and potential triggers using Looking Within Slides (Slide 7-8).
* Guide the student to identify what might have led to certain behaviors. Refer to the Guided Reflection Prompts Script for specific questions.
* Brainstorm initial coping strategies or alternative responses together. Introduce the Reflection & Action Plan Worksheet.
Step 4
Action Planning & Wrap-Up
2 minutes
- Have the student begin filling out the 'Action Plan' section of the Reflection & Action Plan Worksheet with one or two strategies they want to try.
* Reinforce the importance of self-monitoring and the value of their insights. Refer to Looking Within Slides (Slide 9).
* Schedule a follow-up if appropriate and thank the student for their participation.
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Slide Deck
Welcome to Your Reflection Session
Understanding ourselves helps us grow. Today, we'll explore your thoughts, feelings, and actions together in a safe space.
Welcome the student and set a calm, supportive tone. Briefly explain that this session is about understanding themselves better.
Your Inner Compass
What guides your actions?
How do you react to challenges?
What makes you feel proud, or frustrated?
Ask the student how they are feeling today and if they have any initial thoughts on what they want to discuss or reflect upon. Reiterate the purpose of the session.
Thinking Back: A Recent Moment
Recall a specific situation from the past week or two.
Where were you?
Who was there?
What happened?
Introduce the idea of reviewing a recent event. Ask them to think of a specific situation that stands out, where they felt a strong emotion or reacted in a way they want to understand better.
Your Thoughts in That Moment
What were you thinking right before it happened?
What thoughts came to mind during the situation?
How about afterward?
Guide the student to describe their thoughts leading up to, during, and after the event. Emphasize that all thoughts are valid.
Feeling It: Your Emotions
What emotions did you feel?
Where did you feel them in your body?
Did your feelings change throughout the situation?
Help the student identify the emotions they experienced. Use open-ended questions to encourage deeper emotional reflection.
Your Actions & Reactions
What did you do or say?
How did your actions impact others?
Was this typical for you, or different?
Discuss their actions. What did they actually do? How did they react? Connect actions back to thoughts and feelings.
Spotting the Spark: Identifying Triggers
Is there a pattern here?
What situations or feelings often lead to similar reactions?
What 'sets you off'?
Now, begin to look for patterns. Ask if they notice anything similar between this event and others. Introduce the concept of a 'trigger.'
Building New Pathways: Coping Strategies
What could you do differently next time?
What helps you calm down or think clearly?
Who can you talk to for support?
Encourage brainstorming new ways to respond. Emphasize that they have the power to choose their response.
Your Power to Change
Self-reflection is a powerful tool.
Every day is a chance to learn and grow.
You have the strength to make positive changes!
Conclude the session, reinforcing the value of self-reflection and encouraging them to use the worksheet for ongoing self-monitoring. Offer positive reinforcement.
Script
Guided Reflection Prompts
Introduction & Warm-Up (3 minutes)
Teacher: "Hi [Student's Name], thanks for being here today. We're going to spend about 20 minutes together, and our goal is to help you understand your thoughts, feelings, and actions a bit better, especially in certain situations. It's a chance to reflect on what's been happening and think about how you want to move forward. This is a safe space, and there are no right or wrong answers – just your honest reflections."
Teacher: "Let's start by just checking in. How are you feeling today, and is there anything specific on your mind that you're hoping to talk about or understand?" (Pause for student response. Refer to Looking Within Slides Slide 1-2)
Guided Reflection: Thinking Back (10 minutes)
Teacher: "Great. To begin our reflection, I'd like you to think back to a recent situation, maybe in the last week or two, where you felt a strong emotion or reacted in a way that stands out to you. It doesn't have to be a big event, just something you're willing to explore." (Pause for student to recall. Refer to Looking Within Slides Slide 3)
Teacher: "Can you describe that situation for me? Where were you? Who was there? What exactly happened? Try to give me as much detail as you remember."
Teacher: "Thank you for sharing that. Now, let's think about your thoughts during that time. What was going through your mind right before this situation started?" (Refer to Looking Within Slides Slide 4)
Teacher: "And what about during the situation itself? What thoughts were you having then?"
Teacher: "After it was all over, what thoughts did you have about what happened?"
Teacher: "Let's shift to your feelings. What emotions did you notice yourself feeling during that situation? Sometimes it helps to think about where you felt those emotions in your body." (Refer to Looking Within Slides Slide 5)
Teacher: "Did your feelings change at all as the situation unfolded?"
Teacher: "And finally, let's talk about your actions. What did you do or say in that moment?" (Refer to Looking Within Slides Slide 6)
Teacher: "How do you think your actions impacted the people around you, or the situation itself?"
Teacher: "Is this a typical reaction for you, or did this feel different?"
Identify Triggers & Strategies (5 minutes)
Teacher: "Now that we've looked closely at that one situation, let's zoom out a bit. Do you notice any patterns here? Have you been in similar situations or felt similar feelings that led to similar reactions?" (Refer to Looking Within Slides Slide 7)
Teacher: "Sometimes, certain things can 'trigger' a particular feeling or reaction. What do you think might be some of your triggers – things that often 'set you off' or make you feel a certain way?"
Teacher: "That's really insightful. Knowing your triggers is a big step. Now, let's think about what you could do differently next time you face a similar situation or feel those emotions building up. What are some things that help you calm down, think clearly, or respond in a way that feels better for you?" (Refer to Looking Within Slides Slide 8)
Teacher: "Who are some people you can talk to if you need support or want to process something?"
Action Planning & Wrap-Up (2 minutes)
Teacher: "Excellent ideas. We have a Reflection & Action Plan Worksheet that can help you keep track of these thoughts. Let's start filling out the 'Action Plan' section now. What's one or two strategies you want to try practicing this week?" (Hand over or share the worksheet and guide the student to fill it out.)
Teacher: "Remember, self-reflection is a powerful tool, and you're doing great work by taking the time to understand yourself. Every day is a chance to learn and grow. You have the strength to make positive changes! We can check back in about this next time we meet." (Refer to Looking Within Slides Slide 9)
Teacher: "Thank you for sharing today."
Worksheet
Reflection & Action Plan
Part 1: Reflecting on a Specific Situation
Date of Reflection:
Describe a recent situation that stood out to you (what happened, where, who was involved):
What were your thoughts before, during, and after the situation?
- Before:
- During:
- After:
What emotions did you feel during the situation?
What did you do or say (your actions/reactions)?
How did your actions impact yourself or others?
Part 2: Identifying Triggers
Looking at the situation above, and perhaps others, what do you think might have triggered your thoughts, feelings, or actions? (e.g., a specific event, a feeling, a person, a place)
Are there any recurring themes or patterns you notice in situations where you react similarly?
Part 3: Action Plan
What is one specific strategy you can try next time you encounter a similar trigger or situation?
How will you practice this strategy? (e.g., deep breathing, talking to someone, walking away, positive self-talk)
Who can support you in practicing this strategy or if you need to talk about it?
When will you check in with yourself to see how this strategy is working?