Know your heat
Can you feel it?
Name ONE physical sign that you might be getting angry.
Use your words
What is a respectful way to tell someone you disagree?
Take a breath
Name one thing you can do to calm yourself when you're angry.
Easy one
react or respond?
Someone disagree with you, and you calmly say" I understand your point, but I see it differently."
The last cookie
Scenario:
Someone takes the last cookie you were saving. What is the best response?
A. WHO TOOK MY COOKIE
B. Calmly say " I was saving that."
C. Start an investigation
D. Take someone else's cookie
True or false
Anger can cause your heart rate to increase.
Finish the sentence
I feel frustrated when______ because_____.
Pause button
What is one reason taking a break from a heated conversation can help?
Quick choice
React or respond?
Someone interrupts you, and you immediately yell, "STOP TALKING!"
The loud chewer
Someone is chewing very loudly next to you during dinner. What are you doing?
A. Yell "CHEW QUIETER!!"
B. Move somewhere else
C. Start chewing loudly
D. Stare at them until they stop.
Spot the signs
Your voice is getting louder, you're interrupting people, and your body feels tense.
What might these signs be telling you?
Lower the Volume
Someone keeps interrupting you. Instead of yelling, what could you say?
Pick your tool
Which would be a healthier choice when angry?
A. Yelling
B. Taking a deep breath
C. Insulting
D. Slamming things
What would you pick?
Scenario:
Someone says something rude to you. What is a better step?
A. Yell back
B. Take a breath
C. Storm off
D. stab them
The interrupter
Scenario:
Someone keeps talking over you while you're talking. What could you say?
Catch it early
Why is it helpful to recognize anger BEFORE it becomes overwhelming?
Set that boundry
Someone is speaking to you disrespectfully.Give an example of how you could set a boundary calmly.
two for two
Name two healthy coping strategies you could use when you're angry.
Think First
What's the difference between reacting and responding?
Not today, satan
Scenario:
You're already having a bad day. Someone makes a rude comment, and you feel yourself getting angry. What's the first thing you should try?
A. Yell
B. Insult them
C. Pause and take a breath
D. chase them
Warning Light
Name three signs that might tell you it's time to take a break from a conversation.
Say it better
"Shut up! I'm talking!"
Cool down challenge
Scenario:
You're so angry that you know you're about to say something you'll regret. What could you say to the other person before taking a break?
Big decision
Scenario:
Someone upset you and your extremely angry. Name two things you can do before continuing the conversation?
Final Boss
Scenario:
You're having a disagrement. Your heart is racing, you're getting louder, and you really want to say something mean.
Give three things you could do to keep the conversation from escalating.