Vocabulary: self
Know and use the vocabulary of self-reflection: self-awareness, reflect, pattern, trigger, assumption, impact, perspective, and notice, and understand that having precise words for these inner experiences makes them easier to understand and talk about
What a learner can do afterwards
- Use words like 'reflect', 'pattern', and 'trigger' accurately when describing their own behaviour, e.g. 'I notice a pattern: I get frustrated when I rush'
- Explain what 'self-awareness' means in their own words and give a personal example
- Use the word 'perspective' correctly, e.g. 'From my perspective it felt unfair, but I can see theirs too'
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Feelings and thoughts happen inside you, where no one can see. Special words help you notice them and tell a grown-up you trust, so they can understand and help.
Every day after school, Mia yells at her brother. She stops and thinks: 'I notice a pattern.' She feels tired after school. That is her trigger.
Self-awareness means knowing what is happening inside you. When you reflect, you think back on what happened and why. Your perspective is your own view of what happened. Others may see it another way.
Leo thought Ana was mad at him, but that was just his assumption. He asked. She was tired, and his guess had stung her. That is the impact.
Things feel one way from your perspective. Someone else may see it differently. Ask about their view too.
Precise words like reflect, pattern, and perspective help you understand yourself.
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