Lesson Plan

Exploring Self-Talk

Students will explore self-talk, identify negative internal voices, and transform them into positive affirmations to boost confidence.

Understanding self-talk helps students recognize how internal dialogue shapes feelings and behavior, empowering them to cultivate a positive mindset.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Lesson Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Overview

5 minutes

Step 2

Warm-Up Activity

10 minutes

Step 3

Group Discussion

15 minutes

Step 4

Affirmation Crafting Activity

10 minutes

Step 5

Positive Reflection & Wrap-Up

5 minutes

Warm Up

Discussion

Activity

Cool Down

Slide Deck

What is Self-Talk?

Introduce the concept of self-talk. Explain that our internal dialogue can be both negative and positive, and it influences our feelings and actions.

Negative Self-Talk

Review examples of negative self-talk and discuss the impact it can have. Encourage students to think about times they experienced this kind of inner voice.

Positive Self-Talk

Show positive affirmations and discuss how transforming negative self-talk into positive messages can boost confidence.

Creating Affirmations

Guide students through steps for creating their own positive affirmations. Encourage them to reflect on their own negative self-talk and transform it.

Summary & Reflection

Wrap up with a summary of the key points from the lesson. Encourage students to practice positive self-talk every day.

Lesson Plan

Exploring Self-Talk

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Lesson Preparation

Step 1

Introduction & Overview

Step 2

Warm-Up Activity

Step 3

Group Discussion

Step 4

Affirmation Crafting Activity

Step 5

Positive Reflection & Wrap-Up

Warm Up

Activity

Cool Down

Slide Deck

What is Self-Talk?

Negative Self-Talk

Positive Self-Talk

Creating Affirmations

Summary & Reflection

What's Your Inner Voice Saying?

Paul Tentindo