Our Feelings
What are the 4 Zones?
Red
Yellow
Blue
Green
What is Self-Control?
It is the ability to control our FEELINGS, VOICE and BODY.
If someone yells at you, you should yell back at them.
False
This will only make it worse.
Give an example of how your body might feel if you are in the Red Zone.
Tense muscles
Red/Hot face
Fast Heart Rate
Keep from doing or saying something rude.
Keep me out of trouble.
Make a better decision.
Why do we sometimes act out of control?
We're bored.
To get attention from others.
Make them laugh.
If someone is rude to you, you should respond in a calm voice.
True
This will likely help them calm down.
Give an example of something you can do if a friend makes you angry.
Walk away.
Talk it out with them.
Find someone else to hang with.
What can you do if you are feeling nervous about a test or assignment?
Slow down and take your time.
Ask for help.
Give yourself a break.
How can you help a friend calm down?
Do something fun with them.
Take them away from what is upsetting them.
Talk with them.
If I am in the Blue, Yellow or Red Zone, I should try to get into the Green Zone.
TRUE
Give an example of what you can do if you are in the Blue Zone - feeling bored, tired, low energy.
Get up and move around.
Go outside.
Get something to drink.
Find someone to play/talk with.
Why is it important to manage our feelings?
We will feel better.
We will make better choices.
We will get along better with others.
How will it help you to Think Before You Act? (like in Pick-Up Sticks)
You'll make less mistakes.
You'll likely succeed.
You'll make a better plan.
It is okay to be angry, frustrated, or annoyed. It is what we do with that feeling that counts.
TRUE
There are both positive and negative ways to react. Know the difference and use the positive one.
Give an example of what you can do to get the job done. Think about the Race to the Treasure game and Pick Up Sticks.
Take your time.
Focus/Concentrate.
Slow down.
Come up with a strategy.
Name 3 feelings you might have if you are in the Green Zone.
Happy
Calm
Focused
Feeling good
If you are in the Yellow Zone (frustrated, agitated), what can you do to calm down so you don't go into the Red Zone?
Take deep breaths.
Talk to someone.
Find a distraction.
Move to a different location.
If someone acts out of control, you should join in and laugh along.
False.
It only encourages them. It is better to ignore and walk away.
Give an example of what you can do at home if you are upset, angry or stressed.
Play a game.
Go for a walk.
Watch a movie.
Talk to family/friends.