Why Am I Always Picking on Myself? Curriculum (EN)

Understanding the “Inner Bully”: A Downloadable Curriculum for Young People

This downloadable curriculum helps young people recognize and confront their “inner bully”—that critical inner voice that nags, intimidates, and fuels negative self-talk.

By understanding how this internal voice often leads to external bullying behavior, students will gain valuable insights into how to overcome their inner critic and develop healthier ways to interact with themselves and others.

Why This Curriculum Is Important: Bullying often begins from within, with a critical voice that fosters feelings of inadequacy, self-doubt, and insecurity. This curriculum empowers young people to identify and address their inner bully before it turns into harmful behavior toward others. Through self-awareness and self-compassion, students will learn how to quiet their inner critic and build stronger, more positive relationships.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Recognizing the Inner Bully: Students will explore how negative self-talk creates an “inner bully” that influences behavior and affects how they view themselves and others.
• Understanding the Connection to External Bullying: Learn how internal insecurities and self-criticism often manifest as external bullying or aggressive behavior toward others.
• Developing Self-Compassion: Through interactive activities, students will discover how to quiet the inner bully and replace negative thoughts with positive, supportive self-talk.
• Promoting Positive Interactions: Students will practice healthy communication and conflict resolution skills, learning how to prevent their inner voice from driving bullying behavior towards both themselves and peers.

Engaging and Interactive Learning:

• Reflective Exercises: Thought-provoking activities encourage students to reflect on their inner voice which helps them identify when it’s being overly critical.
• Role-Playing and Group Discussions: Students will participate in exercises that promote empathy which helps them understand how their inner dialogue affects their relationships with others.
• Practical Tools for Building Confidence: The curriculum provides actionable strategies for building self-esteem and developing a more compassionate inner voice.

A Resource for Educators, Parents, and Counselors: This curriculum is a valuable tool for teachers, parents, and counselors who want to guide young people through the process of understanding and overcoming their inner bully. It’s perfect for use in classrooms, workshops, or at home. Structured lessons and activities promote self-awareness and emotional growth.

Key Features:

• Age-Appropriate Content: Designed for young learners, this curriculum uses relatable language and real-life examples to make the concept of the inner bully easy to understand.
• Downloadable and Flexible: Available as a downloadable PDF, this curriculum can be implemented in a variety of settings, from schools to after-school programs and at-home learning.
• Interactive and Reflective: Students are encouraged to actively participate through engaging exercises that foster a deeper understanding of self-talk and behavior.

Empowering Students to Silence Their Inner Bully: By helping young people identify and overcome their inner bully, this curriculum equips them with the tools they need to foster self-compassion, improve their self-esteem, and build more positive relationships with others.

Download Today: Help your students or children understand the power of their inner voice and how it can influence their behavior. Download this curriculum today and give young people the tools to silence their inner bully, promoting healthier interactions and greater self-confidence!