Body language - good or bad?
You are talking to someone and they smile at you.
Good (smiles are great!)
If someone is crying, they are probably...
Sad/unhappy/grieving/etc.
What body feelings might happen when you're sad?
Crying, tightness in your chest, etc.
What might you feel if someone says something nice to you?
Happy, delighted, confident, etc.
Frightened
Scared
You are talking to someone and they start crossing their arms as you are speaking.
Bad (crossed arms usually mean anger or annoyance)
If someone just found out that they won a lot of money, they would feel...
Excited/elated/joyful/ecstatic/etc.
What body feelings might happen when you're angry?
Feeling hot, a tight feeling in your chest, etc. (Other physical reactions might include frowning, clenching your fists, grinding your teeth, etc.)
What might you feel if someone doesn't stop poking you after you've asked them to stop?
Irritated, annoyed, etc.
Exhausted
Tired
You are talking to someone and they start looking around the room instead of at you.
Bad (looking away while someone is talking is rude because it means you're not paying attention)
How someone feels when they work all day and then take a long walk home.
Tired/exhausted/worn out/etc.
What body feelings might happen when you're happy?
What might you feel if you lost a game?
Sad, disappointed, angry, etc.
Mad
Angry
You are talking to someone and they frown.
Bad (frowns mean anger, confusion, etc.)
How you might feel if you have a fear of dogs and have noticed there is a huge dog outside your house without a leash and no owner nearby.
Scared/terrified/nervous/fearful/panicked/etc.
What body feelings might happen when you're scared?
Fast heartbeat, having trouble breathing, uncomfortable tingly feelings in your stomach ("butterflies"), etc.
What might you feel if you had to speak in front of a thousand people?
Nervous, scared, anxious, etc.
Eager
Excited
You are talking to someone and they lean forward a little.
Good (leaning forward means they are interested in what you are saying)
How someone would feel if their plans for the day were cancelled and then the electricity went out at their house.
Bored/disappointed/miserable/etc.
What body feelings might happen when you're disgusted?
Nausea, gagging, etc.
What might you feel if you think something bad is going to happen?
Worried, concerned, anxious, etc.
Joyful
Happy