Choose Your Next Move
Practice the decision before you're in it
Three real situations. Three responses each. See the likely outcome, learn the leadership principle, and try again as many times as you want. There's no wrong way to practice.
A friend pressures you to skip class
It's third period. Your closest friend grabs your arm in the hallway: 'Come on, nobody's checking. Everybody's going. You're not scared, right?' Two other people are watching to see what you do.
What's your next move?
Principle in play: Pause before you react. Pressure feels urgent on purpose.
A group chat starts making fun of another student
Twenty people are in the chat. Someone posts an unflattering photo of a classmate and the jokes start rolling in. Your phone keeps buzzing. Everyone can see who's typing.
What's your next move?
Principle in play: Silence is a choice too. Leaders set the tone.
You get a failing grade and you're afraid to tell your caregiver
Progress reports go home Friday. You already know what's on yours. Your stomach hurts every time you think about the conversation.
What's your next move?
Principle in play: Get Support. Facing it early shrinks it.