Lesson Introduction:

Students practice the Victim-to-Victor reframe, identify earned strengths, and write to their past or future self.

Content Outline:

  • Activity 2 — 3-Column Exercise: Column A (story you tell), Column B (what really happened), Column C (empowering version)
  • The Reframe Revolution: Victim Story → Victor Story with 3 worked examples
  • Activity 3 — Strength Inventory: Match experiences to strengths (e.g., Instability → Adaptability, Rejection → Self-reliance)
  • Identify Top 3 Hard-Earned Strengths
  • Write a Letter: Option A (to Past You) or Option B (from Future You)
  • Level 2 Challenge: Story Redemption Project — 5 tasks over 1 week
Exercise Files
Activity 2 – 3-Column Exercise (pdf)
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Journal prompt, level 2 check point (pdf)
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Activity 3 (pdf)
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