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Course overview
Lesson Overview

29.14 – Learning How to Pause Before Reacting: The space between feeling angry and choosing what to do next is where self-control is built. A pause gives your brain time to move from emotion to logic, lowering the chance of regret later. It can be as simple as counting to ten, walking away, or focusing on your breathing. That small pause interrupts the automatic reaction that often leads to yelling or damage. The more you practice it, the more natural it becomes. You start realizing that reacting immediately rarely fixes the problem—it usually makes it bigger. The pause gives you power, because you’re deciding what happens next instead of letting anger decide for you. It’s not weakness; it’s strategy. Every moment you pause, you’re proving that you can lead your emotions instead of being led by them.

About this course

Trauma-informed mental wellness lessons that help students manage emotions, build resilience, and stay safe in real-world situations—like bullying, grief, violence, and poverty. Built for schools, youth programs, and Medicaid-compliant services.

This course includes:
  • Step-by-step guidance for handling social pressure, conflict, and unsafe situations
  • Stories and messages that encourage students to speak up, stay safe, and take control of their future
  • Flexible learning options for classrooms, after-school programs, and independent use

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