Relaxation
What is a sign we may need to use a relaxation skill?
Fast heartbeat, feeling hot, stomach hurting, feeling very hyper/restless, feeling out of control
If someone takes your turn, what feeling might you have?
Angry, frustrated, annoyed
Myth or Fact: Talking about hard experiences can help people heal.
Fact
Name one trusted adult you can talk to when you need help.
Parent, grandparent, teacher, counselor, coach, etc.
Situation: You are trying a new game and lose.
Question: What might you think?
"I can't do this."
OR
"I'll never win."
Bonus: What's a more helpful thought?
hat can help your body calm down: running faster or slowing your breathing?
slowing your breathing
What feeling might someone have if they miss someone they love?
Sad, lonely, worried
Myth or Fact: Strong feelings after a scary experience mean something is wrong with you
What is one thing that helps families stay strong?
Talking, helping each other, spending time together, listening, etc.
You make a mistake in class.
Question: What is a coping statement you can tell yourself?
Answer:
"Everybody makes mistakes."
"I can try again."
"I don't have to be perfect."
Name one way you can relax your body when you are worried.
Deep breathing, coloring, music, taking a walk, stretching, etc.
Name two feelings that can hide underneath anger.
Sadness, embarrassment, worry, hurt, loneliness, disappointment
Myth or Fact: If a family member struggles with alcohol or drugs, it is the child's fault.
MYTH!!!
True or False: A child is responsible for fixing adult problem
False
A friend does not sit with you at lunch.
Question: What feeling might you have?
Sad, hurt, lonely, worried.
Bonus: What could you tell yourself?
True or False: Taking a break can help you calm down before you get too angry.
True
True or False: You can feel more than one feeling at the same time.
True
Myth or Fact: People can learn ways to feel safer and stronger after hard experiences.
FACT
If adults are having problems, whose job is it to solve them?
Adults
Situation: You feel nervous because something at home has changed.
Question: What is a helpful thought you can practice?
"It's ok to worry, but I can handle hard things."
"I have gotten through hard things before."
"I can ask for help if I need it."
Explain Fight, Flight, Freeze.
Fight, Flight, and Freeze are ways our brain and body try to protect us when we think something is dangerous or scary.
Why is it important to name your feelings?
It helps us understand ourselves and choose coping skills.
Myth or Fact: Talking about your trauma makes it worse.
Myth
Name one strength you have that helps you get through hard times.
Courage, kindness, persistence, asking for help, humor, creativity, etc.
Situation: You are feeling angry after a disagreement with someone.
Question: Name one positive mantra you can tell yourself before you react.
"This feeling will pass"
"My feelings are okay."
"I am in control of my choices."
"I can take a break before I act."