Name the Emotion
What emotion might you feel before a big test?
Nervous / anxious
What is a trigger?
Something that causes a strong emotional reaction
What should you do first when you feel angry?
Pause / breathe
You feel angry in class. What is one thing you should NOT do?
Yell, fight, disrupt class
What does it mean to “pause” before reacting?
Take a moment before responding
What emotion often comes from being embarrassed in front of peers?
Shame / embarrassment
Name one common school trigger.
Disrespect, peer pressure, stress, social media
Name one healthy way to calm down.
Deep breathing, walking away, counting
200: A classmate disrespects you online. What is a healthy response?
Log off, report, talk to an adult
What is one possible consequence of acting on anger?
Trouble, conflict, regret.
What emotion can cause someone to shut down or avoid others?
fear
Why can lack of sleep increase emotional reactions?
Why can lack of sleep increase emotional reactions?
Why is reacting immediately often a bad choice?
It can lead to consequences and regret
You fail a quiz. What is a productive response?
Ask for help, study, reflect.
Why is it important to think about consequences before acting?
It helps avoid negative outcomes
What emotion is commonly triggered when someone feels disrespected?
Anger
How can social media act as a trigger?
How can social media act as a trigger?
What does it mean to “choose a response”?
Decide how to act instead of reacting emotionally
Someone pushes your buttons daily. What long-term strategy helps?
Set boundaries / avoid / get support
How can one decision affect your whole day at school?
It can change your mood, behavior, and outcomes
What emotion might appear as anger but is often caused by hurt or fear underneath?
Sadness / fear
Why do triggers affect people differently?
Why do triggers affect people differently?
How can pausing help you avoid conflict at school?
It gives time to think and choose a safer response
How does controlling emotions help your future beyond school?
Better decisions, relationships, leadership, success
Why is self-control considered a leadership skill?
Leaders stay calm, make smart choices, and set examples