Name that emotion
Elated
"very happy and excited."
"Wow, that's an ugly shirt that she's wearing"
Think it, don't say it!
Explain why you shouldn't say this to someone
I said something mean when I was mad and I'm calm now, but I don't need to say sorry.
False
What should you do instead?
I'm crying really hard, I need help, but no one can understand me when I'm this upset.
Deep breaths, calm down, collect your thoughts, ask for time alone, try to ask for help when your calm
There’s a “right” way to feel.
if our emotions don't line up with our expectations, we can feel confused or frustrated. No two people have identical emotional responses, even in the same situation. It is impossible to define one "right' way to feel.
Despondent
very sad and without hope
My idea might work better.
Say It!
It's okay to provide your input, just remember to be kind!
I'm feeling lonely and miss spending time with my sister. I should go ask her to spend time with me.
True, why not go suggest sometime together if you miss her
I was watching TV and my mom asked me to turn it off because I've had too much electronic time. BUT I'M SO BORED!
Find something else to do, go outside, play a game, do a puzzle, do a craft, play with a bike or ball, hula hoop, blow bubbles.
Emotions are "good" or "bad"
Although some emotions are uncomfortable, they still play a vital role in our lives. For examples fear alerts us to danger, guilt reminds us we've gone against our values, and anger motivates us to stand up for ourselves.
Gobsmacked
very surprised or shocked
I hate this present, why would she buy this for me!?
Think it, don't say it!
Why would this be unkind to say?
My brother saw me break a glass and is going to tell on me. I should lie and say I didn't do it!
False
What should you do instead?
Stress ball, deep breaths, calm down, talk about it with an adult, use words and tell her that wasn't nice, hit a pillow, squeeze a pillow, tension release.
Talking about emotions is useless
The benefit of talking about emotions goes far beyond problem-solving. Talking about emotions helps us make sense of what we're feeling. This alone can make things more manageable and even lead to new perspectives.
Compassion
A feeling that prompts you to help others in need
Thank you for spending time with me today, I enjoyed riding bikes with you.
Say it!
Explain why you should say this?
I woke up in a bad mood, and really don't want to talk to anyone. I think I should stay in my room until I calm down, breath and find something else to do.
True
Staying in your room and calming down when your feeling irritable is a good way to make sure your not taking your anger out on someone else
It's been such a fun day! I can't stop laughing and giggling. My parent's said it's time to calm down and go to bed. But, I'VE GOT A CASE OF THE SILLIES! What should I do?
Breath, start relaxing, lay down, start relaxing different parts of your body from head to toe. It's great to have fun but you have to know when it's time to rest.
Others will think less of me if I show emotion
Showing emotions can be intimidating, but it is also a relationship superpower. When you are open about your feelings, others see you as authentic and relatable. This makes you more likely to have healthy and fulfilling relationships.
Love
A feeling of deep affection or fondness for someone or something, driving actions of care and connection.
Your doing that wrong!!
Think it, don't say it!
Why would this be unkind to say, what could you say instead?
My Brother is climbing up on the counter and is going to fall. But I'm not going to tell because I don't want to tattle.
False!
This is dangerous, tell someone!
It's the first day of school and I'm nervous, anxious, and scared. What if no one likes me? What if my friends aren't in my class?
Replace negative self talk with positives, breath, be open to change, be ready to make friends, talk to a parent or friend if your worried.
If I feel too much I will lose control.
Many are afraid that if they allow themselves to feel a difficult emotion-even for just a second- They'll lose control. But refusing to feel an emotion actually gives it more power than when we go ahead and let ourselves feel.