Lesson Plan

Understanding Decision Difficulty

Students will explore why certain decisions feel harder than others and learn practical strategies to manage decision-making anxiety, enhancing self-awareness and emotional regulation.

Understanding the roots of decision difficulty empowers students to manage anxiety and make more confident choices, a vital skill for personal growth and academic success.

Audience

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Materials

Prep

Preparation Review

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Main Activity: Group Analysis

20 minutes

Step 3

Reflection and Wrap-Up

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Analyzing Tough Choices

This slide introduces the session and engages students with thought-provoking questions about decision-making. The intention is to have visuals echoing the theme of 'tough choices' and set the stage for a deeper discussion.

Common Challenges in Decision-Making

This slide provides visual cues to illustrate common scenarios where decision-making can become challenging. Brief bullet points support group discussion.

Reflecting on Your Experiences

Encourage students to reflect on moments when they felt overwhelmed by choices and discuss strategies that can help manage those situations.

Ready for Group Analysis?

Wrap-up slide to transition into the next activity – the group analysis session. A reminder about the strategy session follows.

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Activity

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Why Is This So Hard?

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Bridget Yurgel

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