FEELINGS (Emotion Identification)
This feeling might show up when you lose something important.
Anxiety / worry
Name one breathing strategy.
deep breathing
practice it.
What is a calm way to ask for help?
using a calm tone
give example
What is one family value?
respect, honesty, fun
This is the first step before reacting when upset.
pause
This feeling can look like yelling, but underneath it might actually be hurt.
Anger masking hurt
This coping skill uses your senses (name one).
5-4-3-2-1 grounding
practice it
Finish this: “I feel ___ when ___ because ___.”
I-statements
Who is responsible for setting rules in a family?
caregivers
Name a good choice when someone annoys you at school.
walk away, tell adult, use words
Name 2 body signs that tell you you’re getting upset.
(heart racing, clenched fists, hot face, etc.)
What’s something physical you can do to calm down?
biking, walking, stretching
What happens when people yell instead of talk?
people stop listening / conflict increases
What happens when rules are not consistent?
confusion, testing limits
What is a consequence of acting without thinking?
trouble, hurting relationships
This feeling might happen when there is a change of plans or family dynamics change.
Stress, sadness, uncertainty
When you feel overwhelmed, this is okay to do before talking.
take a break / pause
give an example of your experience
What is one way to show respect during a disagreement?
listening, not interrupting
Why is it important for family to work together?
consistency, stability
give example of family teamwork
What is one way to handle bullying safely?
tell adult, seek help
Give an example of two feelings you can have at the same time.
(e.g., happy and nervous)
Name 3 things you could put in a “calm-down kit.”
stress ball, coloring, music, etc.
Give an example of a calm request instead of a demand.
Example...to spend more time together
What is one way to have a good family check-in?
highs/lows, sharing feelings and needs
A. Name one thought you can change if you’re catastrophizing.
B. “You got in trouble at school. You think: ‘Now everyone is going to hate me and I’ll always be in trouble.’”
“It’s not the worst thing ever”
“This is stressful, but I can figure it out.”
“I’ve handled problems before.”
“What evidence do I have?”
“What’s another possibility?”
“What would I tell a friend if they were in my position?”
B.