Feelings Finder 🧠
Name 3 feelings you’ve had today.
Happy, tired, nervous
❓How would you tell someone you need space?
✅ “I need a break right now, please. Can we talk later?”
❓What helps you calm down when upset?
✅ Taking deep breaths, squeezing a stress ball, or coloring
❓Your classmate takes the seat you were saving for your best friend. What could you do or say?
✅ “I was saving that seat for someone, but you can sit with us next time.”
✅ “That seat was taken — could you please move?”
❓Say one thing you like about yourself.
✅ “I’m funny.” or “I’m kind.”
What does “frustrated” feel like in your body?
✅ Tight chest, clenched fists, hot face
❓How could you ask for help when homework is hard?
✅ “I’m struggling with this problem, can you help me?”
❓Name a coping skill for anger.
✅ Counting to 10, taking a walk, or journaling
❓Your parent says no to a playdate—what could you do or say?
✅ “I’m disappointed, but maybe another day.”
❓Say one thing you did well this week.
✅ “I cleaned my room without being asked.”
What’s a word for feeling nervous but excited?
✅ “Anxious,” “Antsy,” or “Anticipation”
❓How can you tell a teacher or adult that something is bothering you?
✅ “Something’s been on my mind — can I talk to you about it?”
✅ “I’m not feeling comfortable about what happened.”
❓Name 2 ways to take a break when emotions feel big.
✅ Drawing, listening to music
❓Your friend says something mean—how do you respond?
✅ “That hurt my feelings. Please don’t say that.”
❓Say one way you show kindness.
✅ “I help my friends when they’re sad.”
❓Match the face to a feeling: 😞 😡 😲 😍
✅ Sad, angry, surprised, loving
How could you tell someone you feel left out or ignored?
“It hurts my feelings when I’m not part of the group.”
✅ “I want to be included too — can I play or talk with you guys?”
❓What’s one grounding skill when overwhelmed?
✅ 5-4-3-2-1 grounding (name 5 things you see, etc.)
❓You’re embarrassed after a mistake—what do you tell yourself?
✅ “Everyone makes mistakes. I can try again.”
❓Name one thing that makes you proud.
✅ “I worked hard on my project.”
❓Describe a time you felt two feelings at once.
✅ “I was happy to start school but nervous to meet new people.”
❓How do you express you need attention or comfort?
✅ “Can you sit with me for a bit?” or “I need a hug.”
❓How can deep breathing help when upset?
✅ It slows my heart rate and helps me think clearly.
❓Your sibling breaks something you love—what do you do?
✅ “I’m really upset. Please be more careful next time.
❓Create your own positive affirmation.
✅ “I can handle hard things.” or “I am enough.”