Anger Awareness
What does "anger awareness" mean?
To be aware of your anger signs.
Why is it necessary to have problem solving skills?
Help us grow to be independent. Problem solving is an indispensable skill needed in your personal life, such as communication and relationship building, as well as in you professional life.
What are the three most commonly used substances used by adolescents?
Marijuana
Alcohol
Tobacco
What are emotional anger signs?
Frustration
Irritation
Indifference
Agitation
Helplessness
Depression
Feeling insulted, or put down
Why is it important to ACCEPT that a problem exists before trying to solve it?
Before we do anything, we must accept that a problem exits as this will help us come to terms with the inevitable and help us go forward with a clear mind. We cannot consciously work towards a solution if we do not believe a problem exists.
How do tobacco/vaping companies attract young people to buy their products?
Kid friendly flavored juices
Compact devices (easy to hide)
Devices that look like trendy electronics
Colorful advertisement
What are PHYSICAL anger signs?
Muscle tension in your jaw, neck, arms
headache
pounding heart
rapid breathing
sweating
sleeplessness
impulsive behavior
How does knowing more about a problem help us problem solve?
What makes a problem scary is that it is UNKNOWN (COVID-19). Until we can learn more about the problem (i.e: cause, how does it affect me, how can I avoid it), it is impossible to come up with the best solution. We naturally feel more relieved when we get to know more about a problem. It is hard to think clearly when we are scared.
What is one of the most addictive substances on Earth?
1. Heroine
2. Alcohol
3. Cocaine
4. Barbiturates
5. NICOTINE
Can anger help us GROW?
YES!
Anger motivates problem solving; when we are "angry" we are often frustrated or annoyed by something not going our way. To resolve our anger, we will have to actively figure out a solution to the problem at hand.
Before we make a decision on solving a problem, what needs to take place first?
Come up with a list of solutions! When we limit ourselves to the first thing that comes to mind, we have a 50/50 chance it will make things worse. Coming up with solutions by listing pros and cons can help us decide the best route.
Share with the group a new skill you've always wanted to learn and why.
Free be:)