Purpose of Emotions
What do emotions do for us?
Protect us, help us communicate, allows us to check in with ourselves.
What is the first step of emotion regulation?
Identify the emotion!
This emotion often leads to avoidance, withdrawal, and feelings of helplessness.
Sadness
Known for its large sandstone rock formations, this Colorado Springs park is famous for its natural wonders, including the balanced rock and cathedral spires.
Garden of the Gods
What is the purpose of fear?
Protection, problem solving, wisdom
What is opposite action?
Identifying the emotion we are experiencing and the urge we have, asking ourselves if it's helpful, and if it is not we do the opposite to prompt a different emotion or reduce the intensity of the emotion we are experiencing
This emotion is often triggered by perceived injustice or boundary violations.
Anger
This massive body of water, located in Colorado's western region, is the largest reservoir in the state.
Cherry Creek Reservoir
What is the purpose of anger?
Assert self/advocate for needs, motivation, justice
What does ABC stand for in ABC PLEASE?
Accumulate positive experiences, build mastery, cope ahead
This emotion is a response to uncertainty, perceived threat, or lack of control over a situation.
Fear/Anxiety
This is the highest point in Colorado, rising to 14,440 feet above sea level.
Mt Elbert
What is the purpose of guilt?
Tells us when we do something wrong, allows us to make amends and express regret/remorse, maintains social norms/expectations of what is appropriate
Fill in the blank of how we "check the facts":
Event -> ______ -> Feelings
Interpretation of the event
This emotion often follows making a mistake or violating one’s own values
Guilt
This is the nickname of Colorado's state capital, reflecting its location at the foot of the Rocky Mountains.
Mile-High City
What is the purpose of pain/sadness?
Tells us when something is wrong, allows us to connect to others and ourself, motivates growth
What does PLEASE stand for in ABC PLEASE?
Treat physical illness, balanced eating, avoid mood altering substances, balance sleep, and get exercise
This complex emotion arises when someone perceives another person as having something they desire but feel they lack. It often involves feelings of resentment, inadequacy, or longing and can damage relationships if not managed effectively.
Envy
This historical landmark in Colorado was once a gold mining camp and is now a part of the larger Rocky Mountain National Park, known for its ghost town remnants.
Town of Gold Hill