Mindfulness
These are the 3 steps to deep breathing (triangle breathing)
What is breathe in through your nose for a 4 count, hold for 4, exhale for 4
These are 3 PHYSICAL signs you are getting angry
What is increased heart rate, rapid breathing, muscle tension, getting hot/ red face......
This is the "thinking" part of the brain
What is the prefrontal cortex
These are 3 coping skills I can use when I am upset
What is deep breathing, counting, taking a break, walking laps, talking to someone
This is the part of the brain that remembers similar situations
What is the hippocampus
This is an example of a place where I feel emotionally and physically safe
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This is the part of the brain that alerts us to danger
What is the amygdala
This means that I am saying something kind to myself or someone else.
What is a positive affirmation
This is the definition of mindfulness
What is attending to the here and now.
These are 3 physical activities that can help me regulate
What are running, 7's, 10's, deep pressure, heavy work....