What Might They Be Feeling 1?
A kid practices hard for a game but doesn’t get to play much.
Disappointment, sadness
Someone snaps angrily after being teased all day.
Hurt, embarrassment
A child feels overwhelmed before a test. What could help?
Deep breathing, grounding
Someone feels restless and jittery. What coping skill fits best?
Movement-based regulation
You feel upset but choose not to react right away. What skill is that?
Self-regulation
Someone waves at a friend in the hallway and gets ignored.
Embarrassment, hurt
A child shuts down instead of asking for help.
Fear, shame
Someone is angry and wants to yell. What skill could help first?
Pause, walk away, movement
Someone feels numb or disconnected. What could help?
Sensory input, grounding
You notice your body is tense and take a break. What are you doing?
Listening to your body
A child’s parents argue loudly in the other room.
Fear, anxiety, tension
A teen jokes constantly when something serious comes up.
Anxiety, discomfort
A kid feels anxious in a noisy room. What could calm them?
Sensory break, quiet space
Someone feels angry and tight in their body. What might help?
Muscle release, breathing
You calm your body before solving the problem. Why is that helpful?
Clearer thinking
A student is called on in class but didn’t hear the question.
Panic, embarrassment
A kid overreacts to a small mistake.
Fear of failure, pressure
A teen feels rejected and wants to isolate. What might help?
Reach out, journal, self-talk
Someone feels sad and heavy. What could support them?
Comfort, connection, rest
You ask for help instead of shutting down. What does that show?
Emotional awareness
A kid feels left out of a group chat they used to be part of.
Rejection, loneliness, sadness
Someone says “I don’t care” but looks upset.
Sadness, disappointment
A child is panicking and can’t think clearly. What should come first?
Body regulation (not talking it through yet)
Someone feels overwhelmed by thoughts. What skill helps the brain?
Thought slowing, reframing
You feel big emotions but don’t let them control your actions. What is that?
Emotional strength