Six Strategies for Making Tough Choices

Let us know how we're doing, or send us an idea!Making tough choices is hard. Sometimes parents are unsure about where to start in helping their student with tough choices. You aren't alone, parent! In this episode of PEP Talks, Ja’Neair and Erin discuss where to begin with supporting students with difficult decisions by exploring six simple skill building strategies. The strategies referenced throughout this conversation are part of a social emotional learning curriculum by the Counselor Chelsey and are a CASEL aligned tool for responsible decision making. The strategies discussed include:Waiting until you are calm,Thinking about all the options,Making a pro and cons list,Thinking about past decisions,Thinking about how you will feel later, andTalking with someone. Resources:Counselor Chelsey’s Social Emotional Learning ResourcesWhat is CASEL?Social Emotional Learning at the State LevelBooks about Responsible Decision MakingHow did we do? Let us know your thoughts. Email us at [email protected]