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Handling Anger
Definition
Calming Strategies
100

You are in control of your own words, thoughts and behaviours. 

True.

100
What type of behavior is inappropriate when expressing your anger?  Give two examples
Hitting, kicking, throwing things, swearing, calling names, etc.
100
Anger
A strong feeling of being upset or annoyed
100
Name 2 calming strategies you do to help manage your anger
Listen to music, color, write, read, play a game, breathe, count, etc
200
A feeling is ok to have, but it's your words/actions what really counts.
True
200
Choosing to handle our behavior in a negative way is making a poor choice.  When we choose to make poor choices, we should have ___________?
Consequences 
200
Help you calm down or reduce anxiety, anger, stress, sadness in a healthy and safe way.
Coping Skills
200
Describe a peaceful place you might think about if you are feeling angry.
Answers will vary
300
Other people's actions are out of your control.
True
300
Is it ok to express our anger?
Yes, but only in an appropriate/healthy way.
300

When someone is able to hold back their actions or words when they become angry so they do not make the situation worse.  This is needed when we become angry.  Self-__________?

Control

300
Name 2 positive self-talk statements.
"I can do this",  "Everything is going to be ok",  "I'll give it another try", etc.
400
Getting even/revenge is always the right answer.
False
400
Give 2 examples of expressing our anger in a healthy way.
Taking a break, counting to 10, deep breathing, talk with someone, coloring, using our 5 senses, etc.
400
Positive self-talk

Talking to self (silently or mentally) for encouragement or motivation 

400
Name a calming strategy that does not work for you
Answers will vary
500

Anger is a bad emotion. 

False - ALL emotions are good emotions. It's how we express it that can be become negative. 

500
Does everyone handle their anger in the same way?
No
500
Something that makes you angry or sets you off
Trigger
500
What is a calming strategy you would like to try?
Answers wil vary.