#MakeItHappy - Being Kind Online

We spend a lot of our lives online or texting... It is important that we learn how to be kind in the digital world, too. Please share the following short video (2:54) from Kid President about making the Internet a little happier.

http://youtu.be/i9VnTZrSNvU

Have the class discuss (and write on the board) a list of things that they can do to spread happiness.

• Some examples could include: posting funny videos, sharing inspirational quotes, sharing fun activities or positive things, telling funny stories, encouraging friends and family, fun graphics, bright happy colors, ignoring negativity to focus on the positive

Shake It Off

This video was made by our Peer Leadership Team (PLT) to show a fun twist on coping and resilience. The video is 4 minutes long:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/zpkepicwiwqw15v/ShakeItOffMusicVideo.m4v?dl=0

Discussion Points
We can't always control what other people do, but we can control how we react.
How can we "shake it off" when something hurtful is said or done?

• What things can you SAY to yourself? (positive self-talk - I'm good at lots of things. There are people who care about me. My friends know that isn't true. I'm good at rugby. etc.....)
• What can you DO to "shake it off?" (take a deep breath, think about your favorite things, ignore and focus on someone else, walk away, etc)

What examples did you see in the video of ways to "shake off" what others say or do?

The Real You

The following clip is from Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs.

http://www.wingclips.com/movie-clips/cloudy-with-a-chance-of-meatballs/real-you



Discussion Points:
Why did she change her "look"?
What effect did bullying have on her life?
What did she give up to fit in?
Why is it important to be true to yourself?