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This body feeling might mean your bladder is getting full.
Pressure or tight feeling in your lower belly
Name one feeling that is not calm.
Angry, worried, frustrated, excited, upset
Name one breathing strategy that helps calm your body.
Deep breathing, belly breathing, slow breaths, dragon breathing, snake breathing
What is one kind thing you can say when feelings are hard?
“I’m learning” / “My body needs help”
Name one way a person’s body might show “no” without words.
Stepping back, frowning, turning away, pushing hands out, crossed arms
You might feel this in your tummy when you need to do a poo.
A heavy, full, or pushing feeling
What feeling might match a tight or buzzy body?
Anxious, angry, overwhelmed
Name one movement that can help your body calm.
Wall push, jumping, stretching, walking, shaking hands and body
Does needing help mean you’ve failed?
No
When should you listen if someone says “stop”?
Right away
If you ignore body clues for too long, this feeling might happen.
Pain, pressure, or cramps
What feeling might match a fast heart and lots of energy?
Excited, nervous, stressed
What is one way to give your body space?
Telling someone you need space, finding a quiet corner, break, time alone
What are feelings trying to do for your body?
Send messages
How might your body feel when someone says “no”?
Angry, disappointed, frustrated
This feeling often happens after you finish weeing or pooing.
Relief or your body feeling calm/empty
Name one feeling that tells you your body needs help.
Too much, frustrated, worried, angry
How does breathing help your body?
Slows heart, relaxes muscles, calms brain
What helps bodies learn regulation skills?
Practice, time, support
What is one thing you can do with those feelings?
Breathe, move away, ask for help
This body clue can mean you need to go very soon.
Strong pressure, urgency, or “I need to go now!”
Why is it helpful to name a feeling?
It helps me know what my body needs
Why is it good to have more than one strategy?
Different bodies need different tools
What can you feel proud of when you use a strategy?
Trying, noticing early, asking for help
What is one way to give someone space?
Step back, move away, pause