Recognizing Feelings
What feeling might you have if a friend ignores your text all day?
Hurt, confused, frustrated
Name one thing you can do to calm down when you feel upset.
Deep breathing, counting, taking space
Which is better:
A) “You’re so annoying!”
B) “I feel annoyed when this keeps happening.”
B
What is one way to solve a problem fairly?
Compromise, take turns, ask for help
Someone bumps into you in the hallway by accident. What’s the best response?
Ignore it, say “It’s okay,” keep walking
Name one body clue that shows you’re getting angry.
Clenched fists, fast heartbeat, tight jaw
True or False: Walking away to cool off is the same as avoiding the problem forever.
False
Fill in the blank:
“I feel ___ when ___ because ___.”
Any appropriate feeling, situation, reason
If two people want the same seat, what’s one solution?
Rotate days, choose randomly, talk it out
A friend spreads a rumor about you. What’s a smart first step?
Stay calm, talk to an adult, address it respectfully
How might someone feel if they’re left out of a group project?
Sad, embarrassed, angry
You feel really angry during an argument. What’s a safe choice you can make?
Ask for a break, talk to an adult, breathe
Turn this into an I-statement:
“You never let me talk!”
“I feel frustrated when I don’t get a chance to talk.”
Why is compromise helpful in conflicts?
Both people get some of what they want
Your group ignores your idea during a project. What could you say?
“I feel left out when my ideas aren’t heard.”
Why is it important to notice your feelings before responding in a conflict?
It helps you calm down and make better choices
Why is calming down important before solving a conflict?
Strong emotions can make the conflict worse
Why do I-statements help during conflicts?
They reduce blaming and help others listen
What should you do if you can’t solve the problem on your own?
Ask a trusted adult or mediator
You’re angry and want to text something mean. What should you do instead?
Pause, don’t send it, calm down, talk to someone
You feel embarrassed and angry after a friend makes a joke about you in front of others. What are two different feelings you might be experiencing, and why might both be true at the same time?
“I might feel embarrassed because people laughed, and angry because my feelings were hurt.”
You’re in the middle of a disagreement, your heart is racing, and you feel like yelling. What is a step-by-step plan you could use to calm yourself before responding?
“Pause, take deep breaths, step away if needed, and think before speaking.”
Create an I-statement you could use if a classmate keeps interrupting you during group work.
“I feel frustrated when I’m interrupted because I want to share my ideas too.”
Two friends are both upset and think the other person is wrong. What is a fair solution that helps both people feel heard, even if they don’t fully agree?
“Take turns explaining, listen without interrupting, and look for a compromise.”
You’re left out of a group chat and feel hurt. You want to respond without making things worse. What is a mature response you could choose, and why is it a good choice?
“I could ask calmly why I wasn’t included because it avoids drama and helps solve the problem.”