Anger
What would get you more upset...
when things don't go your way,
or
when someone assumes something about you
Please describe a moment this recently happened
What is one thing that always makes you feel better when you are sad?
Just being able to express myself.
I express myself through talking ( that way whatever is bugging me can’t stand a chance)
through music (I’m kind of a good singer)
Through exercise (that calms me down)
Through meditation and prayer (that takes away my worries)
Something else that is calming for you
When was the last time you made a decision that you disagree with? What would you do differently next time?
Wahooo!
What is one way to communicate better?
Listen, talk clearly, express feelings, etc.
What are some behaviors you want to really work on?
Staying focused on things that don’t interest me
Lowering my anxiety levels by doing calming things
Hearing others out
Utilizing my coping skills
Reframing
How do you spell the name ___________
Great
What are two good coping skills for dealing with anger/frustration?
Space, Breathing, a walk, processing with a trusted person etc.
Music is beautiful, healing force. Please sing a few verses of your favorite song.
YES :)
What is one thing you hate doing around the house?
Cleaning, making bed, dishes, etc.
When you think of the following people in your life, what are positive descriptive words that describe them?
Mom, Dad, Siblings
YAY!
A room in the house where I feel the most comfortable is
:)
there are many forms of ballet- for this form, you dance on the very tips of your toes and you have to wear special, sturdy shoes. These may not protect you fully and you may have to wear toe pads (gel or cotton). What ballet form am I talking about?
Pointe! This is often used in performances and if your ballt school follows the Royal Academy of Dance, you start to dance Pointe in Grade 5.
Do you think that feeling irritated is similar to being angry?
What irritates you the most these days?
When I feel ignored
When I want something I can’t have
Etc.
What is one thing you do that makes you happy?
video games, music, hiking, tending to a garden, cooking, talking to friends, being on a farm, watching a movie, sitting alone with my thoughts, singing, dancing, playing with my pet, playing games with family members
What is a time where you made a decision you were happy with?
Listening to parents, doing homework, helping around the house, etc.
What is the key to communication?
Listening!
Good use of your time means all of the following EXCEPT:
A. Doing something productive like homework or cleaning
B. Doing something for self care like reading or taking a walk
C. Avoiding household responsibilities
D. Completing important tasks
C!
What ballet movement means "Step of the Cat"?
Pas De Chat
This means "Step of the Cat" because you lift your downstage leg up to your knee in a jump, your upstage follows creating a light, jumpy movemebt. You learnn this from the age of 9- 11.
What are three ways to control my anger?
Take a deep breath
lie down, tense body then relax it
Say “I can get through this- I am tough!” Or... (what’s an affirmation you can use?)
count 5 deep breaths,
Exercise
find quiet place
talk to someone
*********** for an extra 300 points, give me a detailed example of how you use your favorite coping skill. (Us two will be the judge if you earn all 300 points)
Name a coping skill you frequently utilize and detail when you use it and how it helps you
Good Job!
What is one thing you should do before making a decision?
Think before you speak, think about the consequences, think about what is right vs wrong, etc.
What is one person who is hard to talk to about things?
Mom, Dad, Brother, Sister, Friend, etc.
What is the appropriate behavior/response when asked to do something that will be beneficial to the household?
Listening, giving a thoughtful response, doing the thing that was asked of you
If you are unable to - give a timeframe as to when task can be completed
What piece of equipment in a studio is attached onto many mirrors; you hold onto it while doing exercises?
Barre!
This is a horizontal bar approximately waist high, used for ballet exercises and warm up techniques. Many movements such as "Plies" and Ballement Tondu" are danced whilst holding it in the younger classes of ages 5-15
Why is Anger unhealthy for your body?
Anger raises your heart rate and blood pressure, it affects how you breathe, anger causes too much negative energy and brings you down
What are three areas you would like to improve in when it comes to utilizing coping skills?
Anger, Depression, Behavior, Attitude, Reframing etc.
What is one way to solve conflict?
Talk it out calmly, think rationally, etc.
What is the easiest and what is the hardest thing to talk about with others?
Feelings, School, Family, etc.
What are some positive things about yourself?
Funny, athletic, artistic, good at listening etc.
What does "Eschappe" mean?
It means "To escape". It is a movement done from the first or fifth position. It goes in either second or fourth, then comes back to first of fifth position. This movement can be done using a jump, turn, extension or a simple point of the toe.