Calm Breathing
What can you do with your belly to feel calm?
Take deep belly breaths
Saying nice things to yourself is called what?
Positive self-talk or Affirmations
When you feel upset, what can you do to notice your body and surroundings?
Use your five senses
Name something fun you can do when you feel mad or sad.
Draw, play, listen to music, or go outside
What’s the first thing you should do if there is a problem?
Think about what the problem is
When you breathe deeply, should you breathe in fast or slow?
Slow
If you spill something, what could you say to yourself?
“It’s okay, I can try again.”
What does “5-4-3-2-1” mean?
5 things you see, 4 things you touch, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, 1 thing you taste
True or False: Ignoring your feelings is a healthy distraction.
False
What can you do to find a solution?
Make a list of ideas
Name one thing deep breathing can do for you.
Help you feel less mad or worried
True or False: Saying kind things to yourself can help you feel better.
True
Why do grounding tricks help?
They help you feel calm and safe
How does moving your body help when you feel upset?
It helps your body calm down
Why should you think about the good and bad of each idea?
To pick the best one
Pretend to blow up a balloon. What is this helping you do?
Calm down with breathing
What can you do if you keep thinking a sad or mad thought?
Try to think a happy or calm thought
Name one thing you can do right now to feel grounded.
Press your feet on the floor or squeeze your hands
Name something creative you can do to feel better.
Color, write, sing, or make something
True or False: If your first idea doesn’t work, you should stop trying.
False
Name another fun way to do calm breathing.
Pretend to smell a flower and blow out a candle
Give an example of positive self-talk when you feel nervous.
“I can do this. I am ready.”
Name a grounding trick you can do anywhere, even at school.
Take slow breaths, count colors in the room, or notice things you hear
Name a distraction you can do with a friend to feel better.
Play a game, go outside, or talk about fun things
Name one thing you can do if a solution still doesn’t work.
Ask for help from a grown-up, teacher, or therapist