Here is a helpful tool to put our life experiences in perspective. Kids, in particular, don't have a lot of control over their lives. They're told when to go to school, when to go to bed, where to sit on the bus and in the classroom, when to sanitize their hands, and oftentimes what to eat.
This Circle of Control activity will help us all consider what things are within our control and which things are outside of their control. You might recognize this concept from the Serenity Prayer: "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference."
Knowing what is inside your Circle of Control helps with self control, emotional regulation, and managing anxiety.
Draw two circles on a piece of paper and take it from there! Here are two examples:
