Feelings Detective
What’s one word to describe how you feel when you can’t use electronics?
sad, angry, nervous, or all of them!
What happens in your body when you start to feel really upset?
heart beats fast, tummy hurts, or something else?
What’s something that helps you feel calm when you’re upset?
talking to mom, hugging pillow, maybe something else?
When I say “I hate this,” what I really mean is…
"I’m scared," "I feel out of control"
Only adults have anxiety.
False
What feeling do you have when your heart is racing or you want to cry?
scared, worried, anxious
Do you feel any tight spots in your body when you're anxious? Where?
Chest, Shoulders, Head
What’s a fun or silly thing you can do to distract yourself when sad?
draw, make a funny face, play outside
When I want my electronics, what am I hoping they’ll help me do?
"feel less bored," "forget my worries"
You should never talk about your feelings.
If your feelings were a weather forecast, what would today be?
stormy, sunny, cloudy
What do you do with your hands when you're feeling overwhelmed?
Clench fist, hit things, something else?
What would go in your “calm down box”?
squishy toy, music, book
When I get mad, what do I wish someone would do for me?
"listen," "hug me," "give me space"
Asking for help means you're weak
False
Can you name three feelings you’ve had this week?
mad, lonely, happy, or something else?
If your body could talk, what would it say when you're sad?
I want to hide, I need a hug, maybe something else?
What’s something you could say to yourself to feel a little better?
"I can get through this," "I’m okay"
When I say I feel awful, what do I think I need?
"a break," "someone to understand me"
Electronics can sometimes be a way to escape bad feelings.
True
What’s one big feeling that’s hard to talk about?
Shame, Fear, Sadness
What do you feel in your body before you cry or want to scream?
heat in face, lump in throat, something else?
What’s one healthy way to get big energy out when you’re mad?
jumping jacks, punch a pillow, something else ?
When I hurt myself, what am I really trying to show?
"I'm overwhelmed," "I need help"
There are better ways to show you're upset than hurting yourself.
True