Name That Emotion!
If you are crying, you may be feeling...
Sad
BONUS: Are there any other emotions you may cry for?
You are tearful, feeling "low" or tired, disinterested, or having difficulty focusing your brain
Sad
How does your body feel when you are sad?
We use these to deal with stress and other strong feelings.
Coping Tools
How would you be feeling if you are alone but wishing someone could be with you?
Lonely, sad
The same coping skills work for everyone.
False!
People can use different skills. Find what works for you and make sure it is safe and appropriate.
A fear or worry that is extreme and out of control
Anxiety
You smile, your eyebrows raise, you feel good.
Happy
How does your body feel when you are happy?
Counting to 10 and deep breathing can be used to....
Calm Down
You didn't get the class job you wanted. How do you feel?
Disappointed, sad, mad.
BONUS: How can you feel better?
Positive self-talk can help calm you down and change how you handle a problem.
True!
Your cheeks turn red and you feel silly about something you did or said.
Embarrassed
Show or tell what your body does when you are excited.
There are many examples! :)
What are two things you can do when you feel excited?
Examples: give high fives, smile, jump, ask for a sensory break, talking with someone
You are left out of a fun game at recess. You ask to play, but your friends say no. How do you feel?
Sad, embarrassed
BONUS: Is this a rock or playdoh problem?
You can be happy for someone, but still feel jealous.
True.
We can feel two emotions at once!
What's another appropriate word for being really angry?
Example: enraged
What does your body do when you feel scared?
Examples: wide eyes, worried face, open mouth, cringing, heavy breathing, fast heartbeat, hiding body
What can you do when you feel sad?
Examples: Cry, be alone, talk to someone, do something fun
You feel ready and prepared for a test or a big challenge. How are you feeling?
Confident, happy, proud
You are in control of your choices to strong feelings.
True! Sometimes this can be extra hard, but you can ask for help.
You may feel this way when you wish you had something someone else had.
Jealous
When you don't get what you want, your blood pressure increases, your face can turn red, and you can feel hot. What are you feeling?
Angry
How does your body feel when you are angry?
What are two things you can do when you are mad?
Examples: count, deep breaths, walk away, exercise, talk to someone, take a break
You started at a new school where the rules and expectations are different. You don't like these new rules, and you want to see if you can get out of them and do what you want. How are you feeling?
Frustrated, mad, or even confused
BONUS: Is this a good idea? Why or why not?
The only way to get people to listen to me is to have act out and be unsafe. If I don't do this, people won't listen and I won't get what I want.
False!
How can you safely get people to listen to you?