Emotions
Explain how we can use opposite emotions.
Create a different emotion for ourselves in the moment. (Listen to emotional music, watch a scary movie).
Explain the SOS Skill.
Slow down, orient yourself, self check
Explain the 5-4-3-2-1 Skill
5 things you can SEE, 4 things you can FEEL, 3 things you can HEAR, 2 things you can SMELL, 1 thing you can TASTE.
Name 2 activities you can be mindful during.
Walking, deep breaths, coloring, observing your emotions.
What is it called when we have a thought we do not want?
What is it called when we bottle things up and there's something left?
Emotional Leftovers
What mindset is best to be in when you use MAKE A LINK?
When you're in Wise Mind
Before using self soothe or distract what should we use first?
SOS to check in, keep ourselves safe.
Being present and aware of thoughts, feelings, and body sensations in the moment without judgement.
What is the state of mind where you are thinking very logically?
Reasonable Mind
Is there such thing as a BAD emotion?
No, we are allowed to have any emotions or feelings.
What is the balance between reasonable mind and emotion mind called?
WISE Mind
What are the 2 types of distress tolerance?
Self Soothe and Distract
What is a mindfulness activity that we have practiced in group?
What causes flashbacks?
Triggers from something traumatic.
What are the negative effects of uncontrolled anger?
Makes things worse, could hurt someone, damage relationships, get you in trouble.
What is the E in MAKE A LINK stand for?
Express Interest
What is a MUP
What are we talking about when we say pay attention to your body messages?
Physical clues- can give us information about how we feel and can help monitor changes in our mood.
What happens to our mindset when we judge ourself?
More likely to put us in emotion mind, less likely to be in wise mind.
What is the state of mind called when you are reacting without thinking?
Emotion Mind
What does LET M GO Stand for?
Losing it, emotions, thoughts, meaning, goals, options.
Why is self soothing so important?
Name the WHAT skills of being mindful
Observe, describe, fully participate.
What is the STOP skill? How does this help with our thoughts?
Stop, take a step back, observe, proceed mindfully.