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Imagine your hopes and plans for the future

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Imagine your hopes and plans for the future

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Just stop and sit down for 5 minutes. Think about your hopes and plans for the future?

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Take time to think about your hopes and plans for the future

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Helping someone else is a great way to stay active

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Helping someone else is a great way to stay active

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Helping someone else will help you stay active and give you a sense of purpose and make you feel good for doing something for someone else.

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Helping someone else is a great way to stay active

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Creativity is so good for our mental health and emotional wellbeing

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See how many people you can smile at today 😁

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See how many people you can smile at today 😁

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Use this certificate for children who have attended the Happiness Clubs and are acting as a Happiness Ambassador in their community

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This song was created by B.J.Fogg, PhD in collaboration with Shawna Edwards Music to help young people create good habits quickly and easily.

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This song was created by B.J.Fogg, PhD in collaboration with Shawna Edwards Music to help young people create good habits quickly and easily.

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This song was created by B.J.Fogg, PhD in collaboration with Shawna Edwards Music to help young people create good habits quickly and easily.

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By running a Happiness Club and using our resources, you agree to our responsible use policy.

Happiness Clubs must be free at the point of delivery. Children and families must never be charged for access to these resources, and there should be no personal financial benefit to any individual running these clubs.

Happiness Clubs should only be delivered through schools and other organisations that offer provisions for children and young people in a learning environment, such as schools, youth groups, care homes, faith organisations or groups etc. Small group home educators are welcome to use these resources.

No private individual may set up, advertise, and run a private Happiness Club outside of pre-existing formal provision for children or a pre-existing learning environment.

Anyone delivering Happiness Clubs must have undergone the appropriate criminal record checks, and child protection procedures must be in place. In the UK, this would be a DBS check and a safeguarding policy; depending on where the Happiness Club is taking place, other local record checks or policies may be appropriate.

There is a small chance that discussing happiness may be challenging for some children. The organisation or learning environment should have existing procedures in place for supporting children in mental distress, and where necessary, these procedures should be followed locally.

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Purchase the children's book '50 Ways to Feel Happy'

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Purchase the children's book '50 Ways to Feel Happy'

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This is an action-packed, illustrated book that helps children build happiness skills and develop helpful habits for their daily lives. Use the activities in the book as described in the training and suggestions on this Padlet Board.

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50 Ways to be Happy specifications: Paperback
192mm x 244mm
64pp
ISBN 9781526210029
Readership, children. general

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You will find the Sign Up form at the bottom of the page - Happiness Clubs - on the Action for Happiness Website.

Complete this to access all of the training videos.

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The mission of Action for Happiness is to promote a happier world, through a culture that prioritises happiness and kindness

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... so everyone else feels comfortable being themselves too!

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... so everyone else feels comfortable being themselves too!

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Turn off digital devices and really listen to what people are saying

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 Action for Happiness on Instagram: "Be here now. Turn off digital devices and really listen to what people are saying @dr_radha"

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119 likes, 2 comments - actionhappiness on December 29, 2023: "Be here now. Turn off digital devices and really listen to what people are saying @dr_radha"

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Why not CONNECT with someone from a different generation

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Why not CONNECT with someone from a different generation

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We learn so much from the people around us. Why not connect with someone from a different generation.

Who knows what lessons you might learn, what inspiration you might find and what wisdom you might take.

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Action for Happiness on Instagram: "Try something new today and connect with someone from a different generation 🤗 #newwaysnovember"

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99 likes, 1 comments - actionhappiness on November 24, 2023: "Try something new today and connect with someone from a different generation 🤗 #newwaysnovember" 

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The Ten Keys to Happier Living GREAT DREAM framework is a MENU not a PRESCRIPTION

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The Ten Keys to Happier Living GREAT DREAM framework is a MENU not a PRESCRIPTION

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The 10 keys are based on the latest research and backed by thousands of studies.

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The 10 keys are based on the latest research and backed by thousands of studies.

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GREAT DREAM - TEN KEYS TO HAPPIER LIVING

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GREAT DREAM - TEN KEYS TO HAPPIER LIVING

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Experts have worked out Ten Keys to Happier Living where we can take action to help us feel happier.

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Experts have worked out Ten Keys to Happier Living where we can take action to help us feel happier.

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Designed for secondary aged pupils - a holiday wellbeing challenge (not Action for Happiness but plenty of cross-over)

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Designed for secondary aged pupils - a holiday wellbeing challenge (not Action for Happiness but plenty of cross-over)

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An action plan of happiness for the holidays (not Action for Happiness but lots of cross-over)

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An action plan of happiness for the holidays (not Action for Happiness but lots of cross-over)

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Assembly: Bartholomew appreciates what he cannot see

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Assembly: Bartholomew appreciates what he cannot see

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Add a minute's introduction where you greet the children and encourage them to think about invisible things that keep them alive

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School Assembly - Bartholomew Sheep Celebrates Things We Can't See

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Bartholomew wonders how to be a good friend

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Bartholomew wonders how to be a good friend

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Assembly - Bartholomew Sheep Works Out How To Be A Good Friend

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Bartholomew the Sheep tries Laughter Medicine Assembly

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Bartholomew the Sheep tries Laughter Medicine Assembly

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https://youtu.be/QFeNwci_N5U
A 5 minute video you can add a minute's introduction t

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Journal for Adults - Ten Keys to Happier Living

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Journal for Adults - Ten Keys to Happier Living

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The Ten Keys to Happier Living - A personal Journal for adults for downloading

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Join Action for Happiness to help create a happier and kinder world.
SIGN UP using the JOIN THE MOVEMENT BUTTON at the top right hand corner of each page.

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Prioritising happiness and kindness influences how we approach everything - including our personal lives, families, communities, schools and workplaces. It also shapes our views on public policy and helps us to consider the wellbeing of future generations too.
We have no religious, political or commercial affiliations and welcome people of all faiths (or none) and all parts of society. Our members make a simple pledge: to create more happiness and less unhappiness in the world.

Our patron is The Dalai Lama.

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Action for Happiness is a charity that promotes a happier and more caring society. We promote how to be happy, kindness, connection & wellbeing

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The Keys to Happier Living Toolkit is an engaging, accessible and evidence-based programme to promote the emotional wellbeing and resilience of children aged 5-11
There are two versions of the Toolkit, one for ages 5-7 and the other for ages 7-11. You can use the form below to find out more and access the online ordering system.

Both versions are based on the Action for Happiness Ten Keys to Happier Living framework and have been piloted in primary schools with appropriate age groups. Qualitative feedback was very positive and quantiative analysis showed significant improvements in wellbeing and other areas. The toolkit for ages 7-11 was also previously awarded the PSHE Association Quality Mark.

The Toolkits are available to order online and cost £80 each for unlimited access to all resources for a full academic year. They consist of a set of downloadable digital resources which can be used/printed by the school as needed:

Toolkit for Teachers: full teaching materials covering an initial assembly and 11 subsequent lessons, with ideas for ongoing reinforcement

Journal for Children: each child receives their own journal to help embed learning

Journal for Adults: to help staff embed the ideas in their own lives too

Information Leaflet: for Parents and Carers about the Keys to Happier Living

Extensive supporting resources available to download

An Information Leaflet with some general activities has also been developed for teachers to introduce younger children (ages 4-5) to the GREAT DREAM framework. This is included in the downloadable resources for the Toolkit ages 5-7.

"A fantastic toolkit which has been shown to bring considerable benefits. Teachers will especially appreciate the huge array of ideas and creative resources. This program fills a vitally important gap in our schools and I highly recommend it" ~ Sir Anthony Seldon

"I strongly believe that the earlier we teach children how to look after themselves and others, the happier and more successful they will become, and this Toolkit provides the resources to do just that. Highly recommended!" Adrian Bethune (Toolkit 5-7)

"Provides a wide variety of stimulating and creative ideas for developing skills that support happier living and wellbeing in the lives of pupils and parents/carers" ~ PSHE Association (Toolkit 7-11)

The toolkit has been developed by Peter Harper and Val Payne along with Shannon Thorne and Tamarin Butcher for KS1 and with support from Action for Happiness.
Add your details below to find out more: Feedback about the toolkit

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Keys to Happier Living Toolkit for Schools

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The Keys to Happier Living Toolkit is an engaging, accessible and evidence-based programme to promote the emotional wellbeing and resilience of children aged 5-11 There are two versions of the Toolkit, one for ages 5-7 and the other for ages 7-11. You can use the form below to find out more and access the online ordering system.

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Posters for children

Posters for children

These lovely posters have been designed to accompany our Keys to Happier Living toolkit for schools, based on the Ten Keys to Happier Living.

> Download the full set of posters

(two versions)
Poster sets for colouring in

Ten Keys to Happier Living
TEN KEYS BUNTING

Download our Ten Keys to Happier Living bunting designs:

Book: Ten Keys to Happier Living

Order your copy of our inspiring, science-based book and discover how to live a happier life and help create a happier world.

Children's kindness inspires commuters

Pupils at John Stainer School re-branded Anti-Bullying Week as "It's Cool To Be Kind Week" and have been spreading kindness at school and in their local community.
Read more
Together we're stronger
Having a network of social connections or high levels of social support has been shown to increase our immunity to infection, lower our risk of heart disease and reduce mental decline as we get older.

Not having close personal ties has been shown to pose significant risks for our health.
Happiness is good for your heart
Harvard School of Public Health examined 200 separate research studies on psychological wellbeing and cardiovascular health.

Optimism and positive emotion were found to provide protection against cardiovascular disease, to slow progression of heart disease and reduce risk, by around 50%, of experiencing a cardiovascular event, such as a heart attack.
Happiness: a skill you can learn
Western neuroscience has now confirmed what Eastern wisdom has known for a long time: happiness is a skill we can learn.

Research shows that happiness, compassion and kindness are the products of skills that can be learned and enhanced through training, thanks to the neuroplasticity of our brains.
Our happiness is not set in stone
Although our genes influence about 50% of the variation in our personal happiness, our circumstances (like income and environment) affect only about 10%.

As much as 40% is accounted for by our daily activities and the conscious choices we make. So the good news is that our actions really can make a difference.

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HOME Posters for children These lovely posters have been designed to accompany our Keys to Happier Living toolkit for schools, based on the Ten Keys to Happier Living.

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A one minute practice to make life happier and kinder

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Whether it's your individual journey at focus or sharing the experience with others - taking action will lead you towards a happier life.

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APP

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The app is like having a little personal action coach in your pocket who:

Gives you friendly 'nudges' with an action idea each day

Sends you inspiring messages to give you a boost

Helps you connect & share ideas with like-minded people

People are finding it really helpful and inspiring; for example, Jane said:
"I love it. The fact I get daily messages prompting me with the day's happiness challenge and reminding me of good things is perfect"
The Action for Happiness app is based on the themes and actions from our popular monthly calendars and aims to give users a couple of friendly "nudges" each day - firstly that day's action in the morning and secondly an inspiring message towards the end of the day.
** Please note that the push notifications are currently timed for UK use so may not arrive at the ideal time of day in other time zones!
The app was developed in partnership with Disciple Media, using their innovative app platform which helps communities to thrive.

We'd love your support in helping to spread the word about the app so please do let your friends and colleagues know about it. And we'd love your feedback about the app too :)

> Download the app for iOS & Android

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Get daily actions and inspiration on your phone, connect with a like-minded community

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"The best way to take care of the future is to take care of the present moment."
Thich Nhat Hanh

"Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble-bee, the small child and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential and fight for your dreams."
Ashley Smith.

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When we teach mindfulness to kids, we equip them with tools to build self-esteem, manage stress, and skillfully approach challenges. Explore our guide on how to introduce mindfulness and meditation to your children—at any age.

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'Being here right now'

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Step outside and look up at the sky. What do you see and what is the weather like?

Begin walking and:

- Notice what you see, hear and smell.
- Notice your feet touching the ground and stepping out

After your walk what do you remember?

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CHOCOLATE FUN with one piece of chocolate

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Awareness session plan - example from contributor

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Awareness session plan - example from contributor

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Using your finger slowly trace the path from the start into the centre of the labyrinth. While your finger is at the centre, breathe in …. And breathe out 3 times. Trace the path back out again. Reflection: Ask the pupils what they felt and what they enjoyed doing this.

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SIMPLE AWARENESS ACTIONS - for you to try

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SIMPLE AWARENESS ACTIONS - for you to try

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Go nature spotting.

Focus on one thing at a time. Be aware of the present and what is going on.

Stop to watch the sky and clouds for a few minutes each day.

Notice 3 things that are beautiful.

Take 3 calm breaths regularly throughout each day.

Eat slowly, notice the taste, texture and smell of your food.

Listen to a piece of music without doing anything else.

As you walk notice the sound of each step and how it feels.

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AWARENESS - key messages and challenge for the week

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AWARENESS - key messages and challenge for the week

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“Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible.”
The Dalai Lama

"How do we change the world? One random act of kindness at a time"
Morgan Freeman (Actor)

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Create cards with compliments to hand out.

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A compliment is an expression of admiration or praise towards someone. Making and giving compliments cards is a good way of helping another person feel good.

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Find an empty box to create a Kindness Box. Put into the box drawings, messages, photos, stories or thank you notes about the kind things you have seen people do to you or others.
At an appropriate time look at the contents of the box together and celebrate kindness!

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Take the SMILE challenge and smile at as many people as you can today

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Children either chose who they wanted to give them to or took them to their teacher to award for the Kindest people of the week.

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Say something nice.

Offer to help.

Smile.

Say thank you.

Apologise.

Tidy your room.

Send kind thoughts.

Make and give a gift to someone.

Share good news.

Be kind to yourself.

Open a door for someone.

Think of a Giving action that works for you.

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Great icebreaker - Five Finger Breathing Exercise

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Great icebreaker - Five Finger Breathing Exercise

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Open your hand out like a star.

Get your index (pointer) finger of your other hand ready to  trace up and down your fingers.

Slide up each finger whilst slowly counting to five

Slide down the other side to the count of five

Breathe in through your nose - out through your mouth.

Breathe in as you slide your finger up and breathe out as you slide it down.

Keep going until you have finished tracing your hand.

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GIVING - key messages and challenge for the week

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GIVING - key messages and challenge for the week

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" Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does."
William James

"Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can." Arthur Ashe

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Sesson Plan for Meaning - example 2 from contributor

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Sesson Plan for Meaning - example 2 from contributor

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The wool network did not work so well with only 9 children - see lesson plan attached

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Meaning session plan - example from contributor

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Meaning session plan - example from contributor

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Small moments that have meaning for us can add up to us feeling we have meaning in our life

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Look for the meaningful moments in daily life 💕✨

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Make a list of what matters to you most.

Find a way to help a project or cause that you care about.

Find out about the values and traditions of another culture.

Do something to contribute to your local community.

Look up at the sky. Remember we are all part of something bigger.

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MEANING - key messages and challenge for the week

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MEANING - key messages and challenge for the week

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"To be beautiful means to be yourself. You don't need to be accepted by others. You need to accept yourself."
Thich Nhat Hanh

"Treat yourself as you would treat a good friend."
Dr Kristen Neff

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We all have our own unique superhero qualities

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We all have our own unique superhero qualities

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We all have our own unique superhero qualities ⭐️

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what are your strengths or superpowers? You could ask a friend or a safe adult to help you with this.

Draw a picture of you using your superpowers.

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What many positive ways can you find to describe yourself?
E.g. I'm a good friend who listens.

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Simple be a good friend to yourself template for less able readers - there should be coloured boxes on each of the elephants with wording similar to top of P55

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Simple be a good friend to yourself template for less able readers - there should be coloured boxes on each of the elephants with wording similar to top of P55

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Laminated for children to take home

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Session Plan for acceptance year 2 - example 2 from contributor

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Session Plan for acceptance year 2 - example 2 from contributor

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Acceptance session plan - example from contributor

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Acceptance session plan - example from contributor

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SIMPLE ACCEPTANCE ACTIONS - for you to try

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SIMPLE ACCEPTANCE ACTIONS - for you to try

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Treat yourself as you would treat a friend.

When things go wrong, be kind to yourself.

Notice the things you do well and and say well done.

Say a caring, calming, phrase to yourself when you are low.

Choose to see your mistakes as opportunities to help you learn.

Write down three things you like about yourself.

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ACCEPTANCE - key messages and challenge for the week

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ACCEPTANCE - key messages and challenge for the week

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"The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate."
Oprah Winfrey - Actress, TV Host

" Choose to be optimistic - it feels better."
HH Dalai Lama

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Thankfulness Tree | Easy Thanksgiving Craft For Kids | Party Create

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Notes to go inside Happiness journals (Debbie's notebooks are great)

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Notes to go inside Happiness journals (Debbie's notebooks are great)

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Session Plan for Emotions Yr 2 - example from contributor

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Session Plan for Emotions Yr 2 - example from contributor

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SIMPLE EMOTIONS ACTIONS - for you to try

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SIMPLE EMOTIONS ACTIONS - for you to try

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Decide to look for what’s good even on the difficult days.

Take a photo of something that brings you joy and share it.

Appreciate nature and the beauty of the world around you.

Create a playlist of your favourite songs and enjoy them.

Create a list of your favourite memories.

Watch a funny video clip and enjoy how it feels to laugh.

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EMOTIONS - key messages and challenge for the week

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EMOTIONS - key messages and challenge for the week

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"You are never too old (or too young) to set a new goal or dream a new dream."
Anon

'A journey of a thousand miles starts with one step."
Ancient Chinese Proverb

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Choose a DREAM and decide on the STEPS  you will take to achieve this.

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Write down your goals.

Use positive language (I will...).

Be clear when and where you will take action.

Use your skills to help you achieve your goals.

Picture yourself overcoming any obstacles.

Connect with others who may support you.

Take the first step on the journey to your goal.

Celebrate each step and reaching your goal.

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Think of some goals that you have already achieved (like developing a skill in sport or baking a cake.)

Design a medal to award to yourself as a celebration. Make sure that it includes what you did and what you achieved.

Share your achievement and feelings about it with a friend.