Zones Of Regulation
Name the 4 Zones of Regulation.
Blue, Green, Yellow, and Red Zones
You woke up feeling really tired and didn’t sleep well. What Zone might you be in?
Blue Zone
Name 3 coping skills.
Deep breaths, count to ten, take a break, go for a walk, coloring, ect.
What Zone might require you to use a coping skill?
Blue, Yellow or Red
You get frustrated when a game isn’t going your way and you throw a game piece across the room.
Is this expected or unexpected behavior?
Unexpected
Name a feeling in the Yellow Zone.
Worried, anxious, frustrated, silly, excited, nervousness, overwhelmed
You just finished your favorite activity and feel relaxed and focused. What Zone might you be in?
Green Zone
What do coping skills help us do?
Calm down/get into the Green Zone
Which Zone is completely normal to be in?
All Zones are normal!
What are expected behaviors?
Actions that make others feel safe and happy.
Name a feeling in the Red Zone.
Angry, enraged, terrified, out of control, elated
You’re extremely upset after an argument. What Zone might you be in?
Red Zone
What does self-regulation help with?
Managing your thoughts, emotions and behaviors.
Which Zone is the best for getting work done?
Green Zone
What are unexpected behaviors?
Actions that make others feel unsafe or uncomfortable.
Name a feeling in the Green Zone.
Calm, happy, focused, feeling okay, in control, relaxed.
You’re starting to feel overwhelmed in a crowded room. What Zone might you be in?
Yellow Zone
Name three feelings you may have to use a coping skill for.
Frustrated, anxious, angry, sad, etc.
You just got some bad news and feel really down. What can you do to move toward the Green Zone?
Use a coping skill, such as talking to a friend.
Do something you enjoy that makes you feel better.
You accidentally bump into someone in line and say “sorry.”
Is this expected or unexpected behavior?
Expected
Name a feeling in the Blue Zone.
Sad, tired, sick, bored, hurt, lonely.
You're so mad that you feel like yelling or throwing something. What Zone are you in? What could help you take a break before reacting?
Red Zone
Use a calming strategy or coping skill
What is your favorite coping skill to use?
All appropriate answers accepted.
Which zone is hardest for you to manage, and why?
All appropriate answers accepted
You feel really sad, but instead of telling anyone, you snap at a group member.
Is this expected or unexpected behavior?
Unexpected