Feelings Feast
This is the warm, happy feeling you get inside when something good happens.
joy
What is it called when you take a big breath in and slowly letting it out?
deep breathing or belly breathing
Thinking about things you're grateful for is called what?
gratitude
What does being “mindful” mean?
paying attention to right now or "being in the moment".
When was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
1621
This feeling happens when things don’t go your way and you feel tense or upset.
frustration, sad, anxious, etc.
This is when you squeeze and relax your muscles to calm your body.
progressive muscle relaxation
Name something you can be thankful for that isn’t a thing/object.
family / friends / health/ etc.
Name one thing you can notice when you take a slow, mindful bite of pumpkin pie.
taste, texture, smell, or temperature
What month is Thanksgiving celebrated in Canada?
October
Name one way your body might react when you feel scared.
fast heartbeat / sweaty hands / shaking/etc.
What is a healthy way to calm down when you’re angry?
What is taking a break / talking to someone / counting to 10?
Writing down 3 things you’re thankful for each day is called a ______ journal.
gratitude journal
This kind of quiet time is where you close your eyes and focus on breathing.
meditation
What day of the week is Thanksgiving always celebrated on in the U.S.?
Thursday
What do we call it when you feel more than one feeling at the same time?
mixed emotions
This strategy uses your 5 senses to stay calm and present.
grounding or mindfulness
True or False: Being thankful can help your brain feel happier.
true!
Name one thing you can see, hear, or smell on Thanksgiving if you're being mindful.
turkey cooking, laughter, crunchy leaves, etc.
What sport is most commonly watched on Thanksgiving Day?
football
What is it called when someone tries to understand how you feel?
empathy
Name one calming thing you can do quietly during Thanksgiving dinner.
breathing, doodling, using a stress toy, etc.
How can you show respect at a family meal?
using manners, being kind, helping out, etc.
What is it called when your brain keeps worrying about things that might happen(but hasn't happened)?
anxiety
What do some families break after dinner to make a wish?
wishbone