Solution: Personalize rewards based on student interests. Result: Students are more engaged and willing to participate.
Resistance to Reinforcement Systems
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Resistance to Self-Monitoring
Encourages participation through positive reinforcement. Tip: Use gamified tracking systems where students earn points for completing logs.
Resistance to Self-Regulation Tools
Solution: Gradually introduce tools like calming jars or weighted blankets. Result: Students become familiar with and benefit from these tools over time.
Resistance to Sitting Still
Solution: Include movement-based mindfulness activities like yoga poses or stretching. Result: Provides active options for students who struggle with stillness.
Resistance to Structured Exercise
Solution: Use games like freeze dance or Simon Says with physical actions. Result: Encourages participation through play.
Resistance to Taking Responsibility
Solution: Use 'I' statements to model accepting accountability (e.g., 'I forgot my homework'). Result: Encourages ownership of behavior without blame.
Resistance to Touch or Physical Prompts
Solution: Use visual or verbal cues instead of physical interaction. Result: Reduces stress and aggression during instructions.
Resistance to Traditional Journaling
Offers modern alternatives that may appeal to tech-savvy students. Tip: Introduce digital journaling tools or apps.
Resistance to Traditional Movement Activities
Solution: Offer creative options like animal walks (e.g., bear crawl, crab walk). Result: Makes movement fun and appealing for all students.
Resistance to Using Emotional Tools
Solution: Introduce engaging, student-designed emotion charts or wheels. Result: Increases buy-in and encourages active participation.
Resistance to Using the Space
Solution: Allow students to personalize the corner with favorite items or drawings. Result: Increases comfort and willingness to use the space.
Resistance to Verbal Strategies
Use written visual self-talk prompt like flashcards or sticky notes. Tips: Offers non-verbal alternatives for students who prefer quiet reflection.
