Anger management
Things that could help distract from something I'm angry about
WHAT ARE...(any of the following): reading, TV, music, board games, video games, pets, going for a walk, cooking, talking to a friend
First step of problem solving
WHAT IS...recognize that a problem exists.
A rephrase or summary is when the listener does this...
WHAT IS...repeats what you think the speaker is communicating
Term for something you want to accomplish in the near future. The near future can mean today, this week, this month, or even this year.
WHAT IS...short-term goal
A coping skill that involves writing about what you are upset about.
WHAT IS journaling/keeping a diary
Next step after Identifying the Problem
WHAT IS...come up with possible solutions.
Name 2 of the 3 parts of communication
WHAT ARE...Visual (body language), Vocal (tone of voice), Verbal (word choices)
Something you are working towards but takes a long time to achieve.
WHAT IS...long-term goals
A way to relax and lower my heart rate so I can calm down.
WHAT IS...deep breathing, counting to 10, meditation, yoga, progressive muscle relaxation, stretching, guided imagery/visualization
How do I choose from different possible solutions to a problem?
WHAT IS...evaluate the positive and negative consequences of each option. Choose an option that works best for everyone involved.
What helped us communicate during the Lego activity was...
WHAT IS...being clear/direct and specific, asking questions to clarify, being brief, and tracking (making sure the listener is following)
A goal I have for myself this year is...
any answer
Two things we need to do to manage anger more effectively.
WHAT IS...1) Recognize anger-when you are angry and what makes you angry. 2) Practice positive responses
After I make a decision about solving a problem and act on it I should...
WHAT IS...evaluate the outcome of your decision. How did it work?
When we think someone is saying one thing but really they mean something else.
WHAT IS...a miscommunication/misunderstanding.
A step someone could take to seek employment (look for a job)
WHAT IS...fill out applications, attend employment counseling/go to guidance counselor, get more job training (go to college, join a union/organization), write or improve a resume, practice interview questions, ask friends where they work, network with acquaintances to find out who is hiring, join the military
What I can do instead of fighting someone
WHAT IS...walk away, take deep breaths, go tell someone, remind myself they are not worth it, think about the consequences
If I can't solve the problem myself I should-
WHAT IS...talk to someone (an adult preferably) I trust about the problem. They might have solutions I haven't thought of.
Last session we identified a difference between a lecture and a conversation. What is the difference?
WHAT IS...a lecture is one sided and a conversation is both sides share.
A step I can take to work towards my goals is...
any answer