Feelings & Emotions
Name one emotion that can be both positive and negative depending on the situation.
Pride, Anger, Fear, etc.
Name one thing you can do to calm down when you're upset.
Take deep breaths, take a break, etc.
Your friend is crying. What's a kind thing to say?
Are you okay? Do you want to talk? etc.
What is mindfulness?
Paying attention to the present moment.
I get bigger the more you ignore me.
I shrink when you talk about me.
What am I?
A problem/your feelings/trauma
If you think “I’m terrible at everything,” what’s one healthier replacement thought?
“I’m still learning,” “I did my best,” etc.
What tool can you use to distract yourself and relax?
Fidget toy, game console, phone, etc.
You get mad during a game. What can you do instead of yelling?
Take deep breaths, take a break, etc.
What is one way to focus your mind during mindfulness practice?
Paying attention to your breath or focusing on your senses.
The more of me you share, the lighter you feel.
What am I?
Feelings, secrets
Name a physical sign you're feeling nervous.
Sweating, fast heartbeat
Do this when you are feeling overwhelmed to reset your sympathetic nervous system which will reduce heart rate, blood pressure, and stress response.
Taking deep breaths
You accidentally hurt someone's feelings. What should you do?
Apologize and make it right.
What can you do with your 5 senses to stay calm?
Name things you can see, things you can smell, touch, etc.
The more you bottle me up, the bigger I explode.
What am I?
Anger
____ is a secondary emotion.
Anger
How can listening to music help when you're mad?
It can help you feel better or distract you.
What's a respectful way to ask for space when you're upset?
Can I please have a minute to calm down.
What can drinking water, sleeping, and eating balanced meals help regulate?
Mood and emotions
The more you chase me, the harder I am to catch.
But if you relax, I usually show up.
What am I?
Happiness/sleep
What’s one common thinking trap where you assume the worst possible outcome?
Catastrophizing
What does self-soothing mean?
Using calming strategies to feel better.
What should you do if you see someone being bullied?
Tell a trusted adult. Maybe also stand up for them.
Name a place where you can practice mindfulness.
Home, school, outside, etc.
I’m invisible, but everyone feels me. I can be light or crushing. What am I?
Anxiety