Understanding Internal and External Pressure

Why did Cooper and Elina want to quit activities they loved?

• The benefits of self-criticism

• Why Cooper and Elina wanted to quit activities they loved

• The importance of external pressures

• How to improve academic performance

Cooper and Sofia are working on managing their stress levels. They decide to create a "circle of control". What is the purpose of this activity?

• To identify what pressures are within and outside of one's control

• To plan future career goals

• To list all personal achievements

• To organise a group project

Blaize and Himika are working on a project and encounter a problem. They decide to use the "5 why's" technique. What is this technique used for in their individual reflection?

• To find the root cause of internal pressures

• To create a list of personal strengths

• To develop a new hobby

• To improve communication skills

Oscar and Elina are feeling overwhelmed with internal pressure from their studies. What is the goal of rewriting their own story in this context?

• To alleviate anxiety and change negative thought patterns

• To create a fictional narrative

• To improve writing skills

• To entertain classmates

Elina always feels the need to be perfect in her studies and extracurricular activities. What is an example of an internal pressure?

• Peer pressure to conform

• The belief that one must be perfect

• Expectations from teachers

• Societal norms

Cooper is preparing for his final exams, and he feels a lot of pressure. What is an example of an external pressure he might be experiencing?

• Personal desire to succeed

• Family expectations

• Self-imposed deadlines

• Personal goals

During a class discussion, Himika mentioned that she often feels anxious about exams because she thinks she will fail. The teacher responded by saying, "thoughts are not facts." What is the significance of this statement in the context of the lesson?

• It highlights the importance of critical thinking

• It suggests that thoughts can be challenged and changed

• It emphasises the need for factual knowledge

• It encourages memorisation of facts

How can self-reflection contribute to self-acceptance?

• By encouraging comparison with others

• By focusing solely on external achievements

• By allowing individuals to understand and appreciate their strengths and weaknesses

• By highlighting personal flaws

Elina and Sofia are working on a group project. What is a potential benefit of understanding external pressures in their situation?

• To ignore personal goals

• To focus on pleasing others

• To increase stress levels

• To better manage expectations and reduce anxiety

Why is it important to differentiate between internal and external pressures?

• To blame others for personal failures

• To avoid self-reflection

• To develop a sense of control over one's life

• To focus only on external validation