Thoughts and Feelings
Joey is taking a math test, he feels his heart racing and he has a funny feeling in his stomach. What might Joey be thinking? What is he feeling?
Joey might be thinking that he did not study enough for his math test. Joey is likely feeling anxious!
What does STIC mean?
Show That I Can!
What is a body clue that someone is feeling an emotion?
Examples of a physical sensation
Terry is a bit nervous, and his shoulders are tight. What relaxation strategy could he try to help his body feel better?
Deep breathing
Callie just got a new puppy, she notices that she has a lot of energy, and her cheeks are sore because she is smiling a lot. What might she be thinking and feeling?
Callie is thinking that her puppy is a lot of fun to play with. She may be feeling gratitude to her parents to getting a puppy, or excitement to be playing with the puppy.
What does the F in FEAR stand for?
Feeling Frightened!
What emotion might you feel is you have butterflies in your stomach?
Excitement, anxiety, nervousness, worry.
Tom notices that his heart is racing and he is breathing really fast. What relaxation strategy can he use to help him cope with his nerves?
PMR
Describe a situation where you (or someone else) felt nervous, worried or scared. Be sure to include the situation, what you were thinking, and your feelings.
Situation / Thought / Feeling
Who is Coping Cat?
The creator of this program!
Describe a situation where a friend was slightly nervous. How did you know that they were only slightly nervous?
Situation + Explanation (body / facial cues)
Who is more relaxed, rag-doll cat or rusty the robot? Why?
Rag-doll cat! Her body is loose and floppy.
Describe a situation where you (or someone else) felt good. Be sure to include the situation, your thoughts, and feelings.
Situation / Thought / Feeling
Name 2 group rules!
Confidentiality, having fun, participation, respect.
You notice that someone is VERY nervous, how do you know?
Facial expressions, body language - describe.
What skill involves placing your hands on your belly and taking slow breaths?
Jelly Belly!!
If I'm thinking that people are going to think I'm weird, what emotion am I likely experiencing?
Anxiety, worry
How do we earn stickers in the group?
By completing homework, and by showing up!
Describe the difference between a "0" on the feelings thermometer and a "10"
0 is totally calm and relaxed, 10 is the most anxious you have ever been, you are running away and avoiding the situation.
In PMR, you pretend to be _____ animal hiding from a big wave...
A turtle!