Coping Skills
What is one thing you can do to feel better when feeling nervous/anxious?
Deep breathing
What are 3 ways you can be a good friend?
be kind, helpful, not bossy
"I tried to play gaga today, but the others said the game was full and I could not play"
Frustrated, Sad, Rejected
How might someone feel if I never want to play their game and want them to always play mine with my rules.
Annoyed, might feel like I don't want to play with them anymore, unfair
What is one physical thing you can do to feel better when angry?
Take a walk/run, exercise
What are two sensations associated with anger?
clenching of the fists, sweating
What should you do if your friend does not want to play the same game as you?
play without them or play their game
"I wanted to be in this group, but they did not let me join. Why didn't they let me join?"
Rejected, Sad, Confused, Feel like I want to be left alone
How would you feel if someone tells you what to do all the time?
Feel like they're being bossy, which would make me feel frustrated/annoyed, and if they keep doing it I might get angry. I might want to avoid that person.
Name one person you can go to when feeling sad
Mom, Dad
What are physical sensations related to excitement?
jump for joy, scream in excitement
What is something you can say if your friend wants to do or says something that makes you uncomfortable?
"I don't feel OK with that"
"Let's take a pause and think about that"
"I did so well in gaga today, and my friends said I did a really good job!"
This makes me feel...
Happy, Excited, Proud, Confident
How would you feel if someone does not give you enough personal space?
Frustrated, Uncomfortable
How can music help you feel better?
Can help you relax, get you in a better mood
What are physical feelings/behaviors associated with embarrassment?
face getting red, escape a situation/get away from others
What can you do when someone gets mad at you?
Take a deep breath, Walk away, Ask them why they are mad
I feel...
Excited, Happy, Not conflicted
How would you feel if someone takes your seat?
Frustrated/angry, I would feel like they took something from me, sad or hopeless if I could not get my seat back. Might feel eager to get it back.
What should you do if someone is being mean to you or your friend?
Stick up for yourself and your friend, and tell a teacher
What are physical things related to happiness?
Smile/laugh more
What is something you like doing at recess and what do you like about it?
Play gaga, it's fun and I get to hangout with one of my closer friends from reading group
"Someone asked me if I am an actor..."
This makes me feel...
Surprised, Confused, Flattered
How would you react if you are having fun playing a game with friends, but then you have to stop because it is dinner time?
Would not want to go to dinner; but would go home and not feel good about it