General
How can our emotions affect us at work?
Emotions affect our decisions and actions at work; our ability to stay calm and focused; we may accidentally lose our temper or our patience
What are some ways we can SEE our emotions?
Crying, face is red, fists are clenched, hands or legs shaking, frowning, furrowing eyebrows, eyes are watery or red
What is a stressor
Something that causes stress or makes stress bigger. It can be external (outside of us) or internal (in our body or brain).
Name 2 coping skills we can use at work.
Deep breathing, the 5-4-3-2-1 method, taking a break, splashing water on your face, positive affirmations
What is it called when our brain tells us mean things that make us feel bad about ourselves?
Negative Self Talk
What are some ways our ACTIONS tell us how we are feeling?
Raising your voice, clicking a pen, rolling your eyes, skipping, clenching your fists, raising your eyebrow, walking away
What is another word for "stressor"?
Trigger
Name 3 coping skills we can use at home but maybe not at work.
Listening to music, exercising, talking about our feelings, coloring, calling a friend or family member, meditation
What do we do when we have negative thoughts?
We reframe it to a more helpful thought.
What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness means slowing down to notice what is happening inside or around us right now.
What is an example of an internal stressor?
Being tired, hungry, in pain, or our emotions.
If we're stressed and anxious, should we take a deep breath in or let a long breath out?
Long breath out!
Why is emotional self-awareness important at work?
When we're aware of our emotions, we can use coping skills and take breaks to help us focus on work. We can say "I'm feeling low" rather than acting rudely or losing our patience. It prevents us from making poor decisions!
How can mindfulness help us notice our feelings?
When we are mindful, we're more aware of ourselves, our surroundings, and what we're feeling.
What is an example of an external stressor?
Loud noises, coworker conflict, a difficult job task
What is the "5-4-3-2-1" method and how does it help?
Notice 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste. It helps remind our brain of where we are and that we're safe.