Anger Management
True or false: Anger is a bad or unhealthy feeling.
False! There is no such thing as a "good" or "bad" feeling. Anger is a healthy, valid feeling but the way you express it may not always be healthy.
True or false: Music helps you express emotions that is hard to put into words.
True! Sometimes it is hard to verbalize your emotions. Listening to music that others have written can help you relate to their feelings and express your own emotions.
True or false: People react to trauma the same way.
False! People react to trauma in many different ways. Trauma can look different for everyone.
What is self-awareness?
Being able to recognize your emotions as they occur and understanding what you can do to manage them
Which artist wrote the song, "Wildflower"?
Billie Eilish
How do you feel in your body when you get angry?
Face feels flushed or hot, stomach pain, chest tightness or pain, faster breathing, clenched jaw or fists
What is a song you relate to and why?
Answers may vary (Ex: I relate to Tolerate It by Taylor Swift because I felt ignored by my friends)
What is trauma?
A psychological response to a disturbing or harmful event that has long-lasting impacts.
What is a social skill you can use to express emotions to others?
Communication
What was the most popular Halloween candy this year?
M&M's
What are three healthy way to release anger?
Deep breathing, going for a walk, journaling, exercising, listening to music, talking to a trusted person
What is a technique used in music therapy that helps people connect with and express their emotions?
Lyric analysis
Does trauma happen just once or can it be a recurring event?
Both are possible! A traumatic event can be isolated (acute trauma) or trauma can last over a long period of time (chronic trauma)
Name 3 coping skills to manage strong emotions
Taking deep breaths, sleeping, using healthy distractions, going for a walk, exercise, journaling, drawing
What is the largest desert in the world?
Antarctica
What are some triggers that might make you angry?
Being ignored, people talking behind my back, being lied to, being interrupted, feeling constrained or not having freedom
Describe and analyze a lyric that you relate to.
Answers may vary (example: ‘Time goes by and I can’t control my mind / Don’t know what else to try, but you tell me every time / Just keep breathin’ and breathin’ and breathin’ and breathin’ relates to my feelings about anxiety and what I can do to control it)
Talking to a loved one, meditation or mindfulness, maintaining a routine, prioritize self-care
Observing their body language, using active listening, noticing facial expressions
What are two movies that will be released during the week of Thanksgiving?
Moana 2 and Wicked
Why is it important to learn how to manage anger?
Improving relationships with others, making better decisions, preventing negative consequences, avoiding hurting yourself and others
What are the benefits of using music as a therapy tool?
Connecting with feelings that may be hard to express, feeling less alone, calming down, promoting relaxation
What are 3 reactions people might have to experiencing trauma?
Feeling anxious, low self-esteem, isolating from others, lashing out, losing motivation
What are 2 activities to build up your emotional intelligence?
Bruno Mars released two recent collaborative songs. Which artists did he collaborate with?
Lady Gaga and ROSE