Christopher was frustrated during recess with a game of tag. We worked through the uncomfortable feeling of being in lunch with someone who was annoying him. He was firm on going to his room but he agreed to stay with his peers for the few minutes that were left with lunch. While in his office, we talked about the "unhelpful thoughts" that can sometimes make us have a big reaction to a little problem. We did a lesson on "Outsmarting Unhelpful Thoughts." He liked the handout and asked for a copy for his room. He was proud of himself when I praised him for taking helpful and positive steps to problem solve and take better care of himself.