Where in your body do you feel anxiety?
Head, stomach, hands/feet shaking, etc.
What is an example of a coping tool you use?
(Opinion)
The grounding technique is an example of mindfulness. True or False?
True
What is anxiety?
A feeling of fear, dread, or uneasiness
Give 3 examples of coping skills for anxiety.
(opinion)
The grounding technique uses our 5 _____.
Senses
What is fight, flight, or freeze mode?
A bodily response to help keep us safe!
What is the definition of a coping skill?
Strategies to use that help us calm down when experiencing big emotions.
How does the grounding technique help us with anxiety?
Helps a person step away, or separate from, intense negative thoughts and feelings.
Why does anxiety happen to us? (hint: amygdala)
Amygdala senses trouble, whether real or imagined. Amygdala takes control, enters fight, flight, or freeze mode. Releases neurochemicals in our body resulting in anxiety feelings!
What does mindfulness mean?
A state of being present and fully aware of one's thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations without judgment or reaction.
What does 5-4-3-2-1 mean?
5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, 1 thing you can taste