True/False
There are good feelings and bad feelings?
Feelings are not good or bad, right or wrong, they are just feelings. You have a choice in how you express them, which can result in positive or negative consequences
You are smiling and your body feels upbeat
Happy
What could you do if you are feeling angry?
Has this happened before? What did you do?
You could take deep breaths, take a break, or talk to someone you trust.
You broke something by accident but don't want to get in trouble?
When has this happened? What did you do?
Accidents happen and you should not get in trouble for them. You should always be honest.
You can have more than one feeling at a time?
True. Can you give an example?
Your fists are clenched, your face is red, your body is hot.
Angry
What could you do if you are feeling anxious or worried?
Has this happened before? What did you do?
You could take a break, read a book, do some art, or talk to someone you trust.
Your bestfriend was mean to you, but you are worried that if you tell on her she will not be your friend anymore
When has this happened? What did you do?
If someone is truly your best friend you should be able to tell them how you feel without them getting upset. If your friend gets upset or does not want to be your friend anymore then they are not a true friend.
Crying is a normal reaction to big feelings?
True! Crying helps us get our feelings out, which is why we feel better after a good cry.
Your body feels tense and unsure. You may also feel nervous.
Uncomfortable. When have you felt this way?
What could you do if you are feeling uncomfortable?
Has this happened before? What did you do?
You could tell the person why you feel uncomfortable and remove yourself from the situation, and then talk to someone you trust.
Your dad does something bad but tells you not to tell anyone - you feel uncomfortable but don't want dad to get in trouble
Has this happened before? What did you do?
You should always tell an adult that you trust if somebody makes you uncomfortable (even one of your parents). Your parents should never ask you to keep secrets. If they don't want to get in trouble, they probably should not have done it.
Ignoring your feelings makes them go away?
False - Ignoring feelings only makes them grow more intense. Like a pressure valve, they will slowly seep out or explode in unintended and potentially harmful ways.
You may feel hot or sick, your brain feels all jumbled up.
Anxious/worried
What could you do if you are feeling unsafe?
Has this happened before? What did you do?
You could ask a safe adult for help and get out of the situation as fast as you can. It is important to always tell an adult if you are feeling unsafe.
Your sibling tells you to lie to your parents because they dont want to get in trouble
Has this happened before? What did you do?
You should never lie to your parents and your sibling should never ask you to do that.