2023 SEL Day Challenge
The 4th Annual International SEL Day
Friday, March 10, 2023
Uplifting Hearts, Connecting Minds
SEL, is the process through which children, adolescents and adults obtain and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.
Why it is important?
Teens gain better social-emotional skills, improve attitudes about self, others and school, improves positive classroom behavior while reducing emotional stress and leads to lower drug use. It helps people of all ages understand and be empathetic to what others are going through and to find that common ground.
What can you do to help friends?
Teens and friends can work together practicing SEL Skills, Uplifting hearts & Connecting Minds
What are SEL Skills?
Self-Awareness: who I am, what I need, and how I feel.
Self-Management – ability to manage emotions and behaviors.
Social Awareness- being considerate of others.
Optimistic Thinking – attitudes of being hopeful, positive, and confidence.
Empathy:Being understanding and helping each other through difficult times
.Gratitude: Showing thanks to those around you.
CHALLENGE
Send a thank you text, video, card, or e-mail to friends, family, teachers, or anyone who has helped you during these challenging times.
If you choose to accept this challenge, make sure you use the hashtag #SELday and share!
