Lesson Plan
Master Your Control Zone Lesson Plan
Students will learn to distinguish between what they can and cannot control using the Circle of Control, categorize personal concerns into three zones, and develop one actionable step for an item they can influence.
By focusing on areas within their control, students build resilience, reduce anxiety, and learn to channel energy into constructive actions rather than dwelling on uncontrollable events.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Control Zones
5 minutes
Step 2
Categorization Activity
10 minutes
Step 3
Personal Reflection
10 minutes
Step 4
Review and Conclusion
5 minutes

Slide Deck
Master Your Control Zone
What Is the Circle of Control?
Examples for Each Zone
Categorization Activity
Action Planning
Review & Next Steps

Worksheet

