Signs of anxiety
Name a situation at school you feel anxious about.
Math, people being mean, tests, crowds, etc...
Show how you would take a deep breath to manage worry or anxiety.
Demonstrate taking a deep breath.
When a situation gives us anxiety, we should always try to avoid that situation.
False. The more we avoid things that are actually safe, the more our anxiety will grow.
What is Ramona's favorite play?
There are so many to choose from.. which one?!?
Do you think a hot dog is a sandwich?
What are two ways your body lets you know you're anxious?
Fast breathing, racing heart, sweaty hands, feeling jumpy and restless
Name something you can do when you're feeling anxious at home.
Play on trampoline, take a deep breath, go outside, tell yourself you are safe, use worry doll, etc.
When we have anxiety it means we are in a dangerous situation.
False; most of the time we are not in danger when we are feeling anxious. Our brain is working harder than it needs to.
What does Ramona want to be when she grows up?
Author? Teacher? Scientist? What do you want to be?!
Do you think cereal is a type of soup?
Yes or no.
Name a situation at home you feel anxious about.
People being mad, fighting, not being able to fall asleep
Name something you can do at school when feeling anxious.
Ask to take a break, take a deep breathe, 5 senses practice, tell yourself you are safe
Doing things we are afraid of doing can help us get over our fear.
True
If this part of your life was a chapter in a book what would the chapter be named? What would the next chapter be named?
I'm so curious to know!
Give an example of a thought you have when you're feeling anxious and explain why it is not true.
Let's talk about it!
Name a coping skill you use when you are sad.
Squishies, fidgets, make a story, journal, etc.
If we stay away from the thing that gives us anxiety, eventually we won't be afraid of that thing anymore.
False, avoiding things usually makes our anxiety worse.
What are you most excited about for your future?
I have no idea!
What superpower would you have?
flight, super speed, etc.
Tell about a time you felt afraid but showed bravery and did the scary thing anyway.
Any example of a time you were brave!
Demonstrate how to calm yourself using your five senses (sight, touch, taste, sound, smell)
Use your hand to show how you can use your five senses.
Talking about our fears or anxiety usually makes it worse.
What are three positive traits Ramona feels about herself?
smart, funny, athletic, friendly, good friend, caring, thoughtful, artistic, and on and on and on.
How do you feel about pineapple on pizza?
I hope no! hahahaha