The ability to respond proactively when in danger is a crucial part of this program. Tuesday AM Awareness of and response to dangerous situations will be this morning's focus. Mastering this issue requires the ability to ignore provocation and distraction, the ability to sense and respond to danger, and the ability to tell which of the first two skills is needed at any given time. Developing the skill to ignore also improves attention span and the ability to focus. Sometimes, a situation is not safe and would be dangerous to ignore.
Most violence occurs when a person or group is agitated or physiologically aroused.
The ability to control unneeded arousal involves developing an awareness of stress building in thebody when it is still at a low point and techniques for calming down such as relaxation. Wednesday AM The ability to accurately express and interpret feelings, the ability to manage anger, and the ability to get one's needs met in a positive way are essential in avoiding violence. This morning's session will cover activities that teach these skills. This afternoon is wrap-up time. Participants will be able to present their own situations, looking at ways to individualize the program to meet their needs.