Feel it, Name it
Happy, sad, angry, and worried are examples of what?
Emotions or feelings.
Name one activity someone could put in a personal coping toolbox.
Drawing, listening to music, journaling, walking, or another preferred activity.
Complete the sentence with a boundary: “I’m not available tonight, but .”
For example: “I can talk tomorrow.”
Name one personal strength someone might have.
Kindness, creativity, persistence, curiosity, or patience.
Name one way to participate without sharing a personal story.
Ask a question, answer a game clue, or contribute to a fictional scenario.
What feeling might someone have when plans they were excited about get canceled?
Disappointment, sadness, or frustration.
Someone needs a quiet break. Name one activity they could choose.
Sitting somewhere quiet, coloring, or listening to calming music.
Someone asks to borrow something you do not want to lend. Give a respectful response.
“I’m not comfortable lending that out.”
Finish this encouraging statement: “I don’t have to be perfect to .”
For example: learn, try, participate, or deserve respect.
You do not understand a word the facilitator uses. What could you say?
“Could you explain what that word means?”
Name two different emotions a person might feel about starting a new job.
Excitement and nervousness.
Name one coping activity that involves movement and one that does not.
For example: stretching and journaling
A conversation is becoming uncomfortable. What could you say to change the subject?
“I’d rather not discuss that. Can we talk about something else?”
Replace “I’m terrible at everything” with a kinder, more specific statement.
“This task was difficult for me, but that doesn’t describe everything I do.”
You want to respond, but another person is speaking. What could you do?
Wait for a pause or follow the group’s agreed way of taking turns
In this sentence, identify the feeling: “I feel lonely because I haven’t talked with anyone today.”
Lonely.
Your usual coping activity is unavailable. What could you do next?
Choose another activity or ask someone for support.
Rewrite this as a clear request: “You never give me any space!”
“I need 20 minutes alone before we talk.”
A friend says, “I made a mistake, so I’m a failure.” Give a compassionate response.
“One mistake doesn’t define you. What could you try next?”
Someone gives an answer different from yours. Give a respectful response.
“I see it differently,” or “That’s another way to look at it.”
Rewrite “I feel bad” using two more specific feeling words.
For example: “I feel disappointed and embarrassed.”
Make a three-step coping plan for this situation: “I’m overwhelmed by everything on my to-do list.”
For example: pause, choose one small task, and ask for help with another task.
A friend keeps asking after you have said no. Repeat your boundary without arguing.
“I understand you’re disappointed, but I’m still not available.”
Someone feels guilty about resting because their chores are unfinished. Write a balanced response.
“I still have things to do, and I can take a break before returning to them.”
ou are nervous about speaking. Name one small way you could join today’s activity.
Answer with a partner, read a clue aloud, ask one question, or contribute one word.