Understanding Your Emotions
Name 5 emotions
Anger
Happy
Sad
Disappointed
Lonely
Excited
Silly
What are thinking traps?
Thoughts or patterns of thoughts that are inaccurate, unrealistic, or distorted interpretation of events.
This is a stress free question. You get 100 points!
This is a stress free question. You get 100 points!
False!
They can be neutral or good. Conflicts can help us understand how we feel about a situation and that not everyone may feel the same way, which is normal
What is a habit?
Something that a person does often/regularly. It becomes automatic and you often don't think about it. Ex: Brushing your teeth every morning.
Name 2 coping skills you can use for anxiety
Deep breathing
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Sour candy
Talk to a trusted person
Journaling
Name a thinking trap and/or give an example
Overgeneralization
Should Statement
Labeling
Catastrophizing
All or Nothing Thinking
True or False: Feeling stressed for a long period of time can cause health problems.
True!
What is sympathy?
Sympathy: Feeling bad for someone without fully understanding their feelings
Ex: “Well, at least it’s not worse.”
What’s a good example of social initiation?
Verbal Initiation: Starts with a simple greeting or relevant question.
Nonverbal Cues: Uses friendly eye contact, a calm tone, and open body language.
Purpose: Has a clear reason for engaging, joining, asking, or connecting.
What are physical signs of anger?
Beating heart
Warmth/flushed
Clenched fists/jaw
Scenario: You hear someone laugh when they walk by you in the hall. Give an example of unclear thinking.
Unclear Thinking Example: The students were laughing at you
Give an example of a sign of stress.
Thoughts: Thinking Traps, Racing Thoughts, Difficulty Concentrating,
Physical: Rapid Heartbeat, Nausea, Aches
Behavior: Sleeping too little/too much, Nervous Habits, Procrastination
What is empathy?
Empathy: Putting yourself in someone else’s shoes and trying to understand where the person is coming from.
Ex: “That sounds really frustrating. Do you want to talk about it?”
How many hours of sleep does a teenager need?
8-10 hours each night
What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness means paying attention to what is happening right now with calm and care.
Scenario: A friend walks past you in the hallway and doesn’t say hi. Give an example of clear thinking.
Clear Thinking Example: Your friend didn’t see you in the hall
Scenario: A student has a test the next day and feels overwhelmed. Give an example of healthy coping.
Breaks studying into small chunks
Goes to bed at a reasonable time so they’re not tired the next day
What is an example of active listening?
Repeat or paraphrase what the other person said
Try not to interrupt what the other person is saying
Say words to acknowledge that you are listening (Ex: I’m sorry you’re going through that)
What does the M in SMART goals stand for?
Measurable
Demonstrate a positive coping skill for the class (besides breathing)
Asking for help
reading
mental math
How do you get out of thinking traps?
Evidence:
Clues that help you find out if something is true or realistic. We can useevidence to help us figure out if our thoughts and self-talk are realistic,logical, or distorted.
Ex: Detectives use evidence, like fingerprints, to solve a crime.
Reframing:
Looking at things differently or seeing things from another perspective. The situation stays the same, but the way you reframe it in your mind can change how you think/feel about it.
Scenario: A student is juggling school, sports/club, work, and family expectations. Give an example of unhealthy coping.
Say yes to everything
Skip meals / sleep less
Name 3 different conflict resolution strategies
Compromise
One or both people agree to give up a little of what theyoriginally wanted but are okay with it in order to resolve theconflict.
Agreement
Both individuals decide on a resolution or plan.
Agree to disagree
Both people decide this is something they will likely notagree on and they will accept this fact.
Having differing perspectives is okay!
Friendly rivalry/leave it to chance
People decide to play a game to resolve the conflict, or theyjust do not do anything and see how things turn out.
Seeking guidance from an adult
Ask an objective, outside party or someone you trust whocan help give responsible suggestions.
Making a deal
Both people agree to do one thing in exchange forsomething else (e.g., If I do this, will you do that?").
What state is Ms. Ariana from?
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Who is Ms. Hannah’s favorite singer?
California
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Taylor Swift