How Does It Make You Feel?

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a focused activity designed to enlighten students about the impact of self-talk on their emotions and well-being. The page is headed with the title “Effects of Self Talk,” emphasizing the significant influence that internal dialogue has on personal experience. The worksheet guides students to monitor their self-talk throughout the day, recording specific thoughts in the “My Self Talk” column and the subsequent emotional effects in the “What is the Effect?” column. This methodical approach helps students to draw connections between their thoughts and feelings, fostering a deeper understanding of how their inner monologue shapes their mood and outlook.

The top of the worksheet provides a brief but insightful explanation about the power of self-talk, illustrating the dichotomy between negative and positive thoughts and their respective impacts on one’s life. By engaging with this worksheet, students learn to be attentive to their inner narratives, equipping them with the skills to cultivate a more positive and empowering self-talk, which can lead to a more positive outlook on life.