Big Emotions – What Do I Do?
If you start to feel overwhelmed, what is something you can do first?
Pause
Take a breath
Ask for a minute
Step away
What feeling might someone hide by joking or being sarcastic?
Hurt
Embarrassment
Sadness
Insecurity
How can you ask for help?
“Can you help me?”
“I need help”
“Can we talk?”
At home, if you feel frustrated, what can you do?
Pause
Breathe
Take space
Use calm words
What are signs you may need support?
Feeling overwhelmed
Feeling sad
Feeling stressed
Shutting down
If your body feels tight, hot, or tense, what can you do?
Grounding (5-4-3-2-1)
Body scan
Deep breathing
Stretching or relaxing muscles
What is a healthy way to express emotions?
“I feel ___”
“That bothered me”
“I didn’t like that”
Who can you go to when you feel overwhelmed?
Parent
Friend
Teacher
Counselor
At school, if you feel overwhelmed, what can you do?
Ask for help
Take a break
Use grounding
Talk to a teacher
What helps when you feel alone?
Talking to someone
Being around others
Using coping skills
Reaching out
What can you say instead of using sarcasm?
“I feel frustrated”
“I don’t like that”
“Can you stop?”
“I need a minute”
What might “I’m fine” actually mean sometimes?
“I’m upset”
“I don’t want to talk yet”
“Something is wrong”
What can you say if you don’t want to talk but need support?
“I don’t want to talk yet”
“Can you just sit with me?”
“I need space but still need help”
If someone isn’t listening to you, what can you do?
Speak calmly
Repeat yourself respectfully
Ask them to listen
Walk away and regroup
Who are safe people in your life?
Family
Friends
Teachers
Counselors
If your thoughts won’t slow down, what can help?
Grounding
Deep breathing
Talking to someone
Taking a break
Why is it important to share feelings?
Reduces stress
Helps others understand
Builds trust
Strengthens relationships
Why might asking for help feel hard?
Embarrassment
Fear
Not wanting to bother others
Not knowing what to say
If you feel anxious in public, what can help?
Grounding
Breathing
Step outside
Call someone
What helps you feel supported?
Being listened to
Comfort
Encouragement
Understanding
What is a healthy way to handle big emotions?
Use coping skills
Ask for help
Take space
Talk it out
What is something vulnerable someone could say?
“I’m struggling”
“I need help”
“That hurt my feelings”
“I feel overwhelmed”
What should you do if emotions feel too big to handle alone?
Ask for help
Talk to someone
Use coping skills and reach out
Tell a trusted adult
What helps you remember to use coping skills?
Practice
Reminders
Support from others
Thinking ahead
What should someone do if they feel overwhelmed and alone?
Reach out
Ask for help
Talk to someone
Use coping skills and connect