From the recording Character Development Songs for Kids
2. I’M IN CONTROL
Activity Idea (self-control):
Create a T-Table. On one side list the things you are in control of (e.g., my actions, what I say and do). On the other side make a list of things you don’t have control of (e.g., the weather, time). Brainstorm ways students deal with their emotions when they get angry or frustrated. Do some role plays to show ways they can deal with their behavior and be in control.
Lyrics
Chorus:
I’M IN CONTROL (I’m in control)
HEY, THAT’S MY GOAL
(Be in control)
I’M IN CONTROL OF WHAT I DO
(Well, how ‘bout you?)
ONLY THE LOSERS ALWAYS
LOSE IT!...
(But) I CAN CHOOSE -
TO KEEP CONTROL
Well, pardon me
But I can see
That what you did’s not fair to me.
“So be a baby...
Start to yell and scream and lose it!”
No, I refuse to lose control
(Repeat Chorus)
Here’s how I feel
My anger’s real.
I have these feelings, they are mine
“Well, that’s just fine!
Now you’ll yell and scream
and lose it??!”
No, I refuse to lose control
(Repeat Chorus)
I use my words
Till I am heard
Yes, I speak up for what is right
“But you don’t fight?”
No, I don’t yell and scream or lose it!
I just refuse to lose control
No I don’t yell and scream or lose it!
I just refuse to lose -
I simply choose to keep -
I just refuse to lose control!