Name that feeling
This emotion is often felt when something doesn’t go your way, and your body feels tense.
What is frustration?
Taking slow, deep breaths to calm your body is an example of this type of strategy.
What is a calming or regulation strategy ?
A trigger is something that does this to your emotions.
What is causes or activates them?
An “I-message” starts with these two words.
What is "I feel"?
You’re angry at a friend. Should you yell immediately or take a moment to calm down first?
What is take a moment to calm down?
Feeling excited, nervous, and hopeful all at once before a big event is an example of this.
Name one technique that helps calm your body when emotions feel intense.
What is deep breathing ?
Knowing your triggers helps you do this before emotions escalate.
“I feel upset when I’m interrupted” is an example of this communication style.
What is assertive communication?
Choosing a response that won’t hurt yourself or others shows this skill.
What is responsible decision-making?
This emotion may show up as a tight chest or fast heartbeat when you feel unsafe.
What is anxiety or fear?
This strategy involves focusing on your senses to bring your emotions back to the present moment.
What is grounding techniques?
Being teased, feeling ignored, or failing a test are examples of these.
What are emotional triggers?
Listening without interrupting shows this important relationship skill.
What is active listening?
Thinking about consequences before acting helps you do this.
What is make better choices?
Recognizing how strong your emotion is mild, moderate, or intense, is called this.
What is emotional awareness?
Pausing before reacting helps prevent this emotional mistake.
What is acting impulsively?
Noticing body clues like clenched fists or a racing heart helps identify this.
What is an emotional reaction?
Respectfully expressing emotions helps prevent this during conflict.
What is escalation or arguments?
Walking away from a heated situation is an example of this type of decision.
What is a safe and responsible choice?
Understanding how your emotions affect your thoughts and actions demonstrates this skill.
What is self-awareness?
Managing your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in various situations demonstrates this emotional management skill.
What is self management ?
Recognizing patterns in what upsets you most shows growth in this skill.
What is self-awareness?
Saying how you feel clearly, listening to others, and staying respectful all at once shows strength in this area.
You’re upset and your first instinct is to lash out, but you know it could hurt someone or get you in trouble. What should you do?
What is calm down and choose a safe and responsible choice?