Basic Emotion
Feeling happy when something good happens.
What is joy?
Taking slow breaths to calm down.
What is deep breathing?
Something that makes you angry or frustrated.
What is a trigger?
Saying “I feel… because…” to explain your emotions.
What is using an “I statement”?
Doing something nice for someone to show you care.
What is an act of kindness?
Feeling upset or frustrated
What is anger?
Talking to someone you trust when upset.
What is seeking support?
Feeling upset because someone ignored you
What is being dismissed or rejected?
Using words, gestures, or drawings to show how you feel.
What is expressing emotions?
Listening carefully when someone talks without interrupting.
What is active listening?
Feeling nervous or scared about something.
What is anxiety?
Doing something fun or active to feel better.
What is distraction?
Seeing a reminder of a bad memory
What is a memory trigger?
Telling someone how you feel without blaming them
What is assertive communication?
Saying encouraging words when someone is having a hard day.
What is giving support or encouragement?
Feeling sad or disappointed.
What is sadness?
Thinking about a calm or safe place in your mind.
What is visualization?
Getting overwhelmed by too many tasks at once.
What is a stress trigger?
Understanding someone else’s feelings when they are upset.
What is empathy?
Spending time together doing something fun.
What is quality time?
Feeling surprised by something unexpected.
What is surprise?
Writing down your thoughts or feelings in a journal.
What is journaling?
Feeling anxious when meeting new people
What is a social trigger?
Sharing your emotions in a safe way with family or friends.
What is open communication?
Helping someone solve a problem instead of criticizing
What is offering guidance or help?