Emotions
What is a not-so-good emotion?
Anger, Sad, Confused, Frustrated, etc.
What is an example of a good friend?
What is problem solving?
finding solutions to problems you have with others
Give an example of a bad way to handle our anger
physical violence, swearing, meltdown, running away, etc
Show us what deep breathing looks like?
take deep long breaths
What is a bad way to handle our anger?
Physical violence, Yelling/Screaming, Negative self talk, etc.
How can we be a good friend?
Be interested in others opinions, good listener, care for others, be kind and inviting, selfless, etc.
What are some good problem solving tools?
saying sorry, compromising, sharing, telling a teacher, being patient, working together, etc
Hands, stomach, chest, head
Give us an example of positive self talk
What is a good emotion you like having?
Happy, Excited, Loved, etc.
Can being honest sometimes be mean?
Yes, we should be honest and not lie but we should always be kind when being honest.
What is the difference between big and small problems?
We can solve small problems on our own and we should get help for big problems
What helps you feel better when you are angry?
listening to music, deep breathing, talking to someone, exercising, playing a sport or game, etc.
Why do we identify our emotions and the beginning and end of group?
So we can practice recognizing how we are feeling
What is a good way to handle our not-so-good emotions?
Listening to music, talking to a family member/friend, going for a walk, playing a sport, etc.
Their facial expressions, they don't wanna hang out with you, they tell you their feelings are hurt, they don't laugh when being teased
What is something we can't control?
What other people say or do, the weather, going to school, etc
What happens if we don't know how to control our anger?
We feel angry often, we get in trouble, we never learn what to do when we are angry
Why is it important to be kind and friendly to all?
Because we don't know what they are going through, everyone deserves it, we could make someone have a good day, it is the right thing to do
How do you know you are angry?
Body can feel hot, restless, can't think, need to hit/push
How can we tell if we are being a bully?
Offer to compromise, ask them to help come up with solutions, play with someone else, etc
What does it look like when someone is angry?
eyebrows knitted, fists, physical violence, tight lips, etc.
What was something you learned in group?