Conscious Discipline Flashcards

Questions and Answers

The brain is seeking and oriented.

pattern-seeking and survival oriented

Conscious discipline is based on what type of change?

transformational

What are the 4 ingredients necessary for connection? (Select all that apply)

Touch (correct)

Presence (correct)

Eye contact (correct)

Food

What do connections wire our brains for?

self-control and willingness Signup and view all the answers

What is the job description?

My job is to keep it safe and the children's job is to help keep it safe. Signup and view all the answers

What dictates behavior?

state Signup and view all the answers

Self-regulation puts a pause between which two elements?

stimulus and response Signup and view all the answers

What is the survival state?

brain stem - attack, defend, surrender Signup and view all the answers

What is the emotional state?

middle brain - blame, shame, guilt, verbal attacks Signup and view all the answers

What is the executive state?

pre-frontal lobe - investigation and wisdom Signup and view all the answers

What is the acronym for the survival state?

Noticing, Assertiveness, Routines with pictures, Composure, Safe place Signup and view all the answers

What is the acronym for the emotional state?

Rituals, Encouragement, Jobs, Empathy, Choices, The school family Signup and view all the answers

What is the acronym for the executive state?

Solutions, Positive intent, Academic integration, Consequences, Executive skills Signup and view all the answers

When you are triggered and move into an emotional state, what is playing on your CD-rom?

personal past Signup and view all the answers

What does QTip stand for?

Quit taking it personally Signup and view all the answers

What does OOPS stand for?

Other opportunities (to) practice self-control Signup and view all the answers

Conscious discipline is built on what two core principles? (Select all that apply)

Healthy family Signup and view all the answers

What is one known fast track to the executive state?

wishing well Signup and view all the answers

What does the STAR acronym stand for?

Smile, Take a deep breath, And, Relax Signup and view all the answers

What creates the 'we' in a connected home or school family?

shifting from judging to noticing Signup and view all the answers

How should you shift your 'make me' language?

'I'm going to' language Signup and view all the answers

What do mirror neurons do?

Help us to download calm to children when we make eye contact and deep breathe Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important part of implementing the safe place?

Making sure there is a safe adult present Signup and view all the answers

How do we change behavior?

Tell the children what we want rather than what we do not Signup and view all the answers

An assertive voice is the voice of?

knowing Signup and view all the answers

What are 3 ways to replace 'good job' with encouragement? (Select all that apply)

'You did it' Signup and view all the answers

What is the intent behind control?

coerce Signup and view all the answers

What is the intent behind structure?

help Signup and view all the answers

What is the bridge between problems and solutions?

feeling Signup and view all the answers

What does DNA stand for?

Describe the body signals, Name the feeling, Acknowledge desire or intent Signup and view all the answers

Discouraged children are?

disruptive Signup and view all the answers

Disconnected children are?

dangerous Signup and view all the answers

What has the ability to turn resistance into cooperation?

positive intent Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 types of intent? (Select all that apply)

Intent to teach - to teach Signup and view all the answers

What are the 2 key ingredients for effective consequences? (Select all that apply)

Ownership Signup and view all the answers

What are the 3 types of consequences? (Select all that apply)

Natural Signup and view all the answers

What does the PEACE acronym stand for?

Problem is stated, Encourage the children to own the problem, Affirm the problem, restating in what you want to happen, Collect helpful situations, Evaluate to see if it is working Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Conscious Discipline Overview

The brain is pattern-seeking and survival-oriented, driving behaviors and reactions.
Conscious Discipline promotes transformational change in individuals and environments.

Connection Ingredients

Four essential ingredients for connection:
- Eye contact
- Touch
- Presence
- Playful situations

Impact of Connections

Connections enhance self-control and willingness among individuals, fostering a supportive environment.

Job Description

Adults' job: maintain a safe environment.
Children's job: assist in maintaining a safe space.

Behavior and States

Behavior is dictated by one's state: survival, emotional, or executive.
Self-regulation allows for a pause between stimulus and response.

Brain States Explained

Survival State: Governed by the brain stem, characterized by attack, defend, or surrender responses.
Emotional State: Managed by the middle brain, includes feelings of blame, shame, guilt, and verbal attacks.
Executive State: Associated with the pre-frontal lobe, involving investigation and wisdom.

Acronyms for States

Survival State: Noticing, Assertiveness, Routines with pictures, Composure, Safe place (NARCS).
Emotional State: Rituals, Encouragement, Jobs, Empathy, Choices, The school family (REJEC).
Executive State: Solutions, Positive intent, Academic integration, Consequences, Executive skills (SPACE).

Triggers and Responses

When triggered, responses are influenced by one's personal past.
QTip: Quit Taking It Personally; a reminder for mindful responses.
OOPS: Other Opportunities to Practice Self-Control; encourages finding chances to improve behavior.

Core Principles

Conscious Discipline focuses on building a healthy family dynamic and fostering intrinsic motivation.

Techniques for State Change

Wishing well is known as a fast track to achieving the executive state.
STAR: Smile, Take a deep breath, And Relax; a technique for self-regulation.

Fostering Connection

Building a "we" culture involves shifting from judging others to noticing behaviors.
Reframe "make me" language into "I'm going to" statements to promote cooperation.

Mirror Neurons and Connection

Mirror neurons download calmness to children through eye contact and deep breathing, facilitating emotional regulation.

Safe Place Importance

The presence of a safe adult is crucial in implementing a safe space for children.

Behavior Modification

Modify behavior by clearly stating desired actions rather than forbidden behaviors.

Assertiveness and Encouragement

An assertive voice signifies a stance of knowing and confidence.
Replace "good job" with encouragement phrases like "You did it," "Way to go," and "Good for you."

Understanding Intentions

Control often implies a punitive or coercive intent, while structure aims to provide help.
Feelings serve as a bridge between problems and solutions.

DNA Technique

DNA: Describe body signals, Name the feeling, Acknowledge desire or intent; a method for emotional expression.

Effects of Disconnection

Discouraged children tend to be disruptive, while disconnected children pose larger risks of dangerous behavior.

Turning Resistance into Cooperation

Positive intent can transform resistance into cooperation among individuals.

Intent Types and Consequences

Three types of intent: punitive (punish), permissive (rescue), and intent to teach (educate).
Two ingredients essential for effective consequences are reflection and ownership.
Three types of consequences include:
- Natural
- Logical
- Problem solving

PEACE Framework

PEACE: Problem stated, Encouragement for ownership, Affirmation of the problem, Collection of helpful situations, Evaluation of effectiveness.

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Explore the key concepts of Conscious Discipline with this engaging set of flashcards. Each card highlights important terms and definitions that are essential for understanding transformational change and building connections for self-control. Perfect for educators and parents alike!