Emotions 1
If one of my family members bought me a present I would feel...
Excited, thankful, grateful
Let's dig a little bit deeper than just feeling happy. Our eyes might get big, or smiles might be huge from excitement. Maybe our hearts may feel warm because our loved one went out their way by doing something nice for us.
If I tripped and fell in front of my peers I might feel...
Embarrassed, Ashamed
When things happen to us in front of our peers it is normal to feel embarrassed or uncomfortable. Being embarrassed is a common feeling and it happens to everybody.
If my parents gave me a big hug when I got home from Reading Academy I might feel...
Loved, Important, Happy
When others show us affection we feel loved and cared for!
If someone in my house was being loud while I was trying to watch TV I might feel
Annoyed, Aggravated
It is normal to feel annoyed when someone is distracting you from an activity you enjoy. You might find yourself rolling your eyes when this happens.
Our bodies' three responses to stress
Fight, flight, or freeze!
If I failed at something, math test, I might feel...
Disapointed, Sad, Embarrassed, Angry
Failing is never a good feeling. Sometimes we might feel disappointed in ourselves because we did not get the outcome we wanted. Maybe you feel sad because you tried your hardest. Either way, it is okay to express those emotions. We just have to keep trying our hardest moving forward!
If I accomplished a big goal of mine like passing my permit or driving test or got a new job, I might feel...
Proud, Elated, Happy, Excited
Reaching your goals is a great accomplishment! Seeing progress might make you smile or jump up with excitement!
If someone broke my phone on purpose I might feel...
Angry, Furious, Disrespected
When other people disrespect our personal items we get angry. You might feel your heart start to race and your face turn red.
If my bestfriend got the new game or phone that I wanted I might feel...
Jealous, Envious
Jealousy can arise when somebody has something that you want. It can also arise in friendships. Maybe seeing your bestfriend hanging out with new people makes you jealous.
The brain releases this hormone when we are stressed. It increases breathing rate and alertness.
Adrenaline
If someone called me a mean name I might feel...
Hurt or Sad
Sometimes, people say mean things to us that really hurts our feelings. Maybe it even makes you cry. It is okay to show those emotions. Talking to a family member, friend, teacher, or school counselor can help you work through those feelings.
If I heard one of my family members got sick, I might feel...
Scared, Terrified, Fearful
Sometimes we cannot avoid getting sick, it just happens! We might want to blame others for that person getting sick, and even get angry, or become stressed worrying for them. These are normal reactions to fear!
If I walked into my house and all my friends were there without my knowledge I would feel...
Surprised, Shocked, Excited
The feeling of being surprised appears when something happens that you do not expect! Maybe your friends are throwing you a surprise birthday party!
If I had no internet, no games, and nothing to do I might feel...
Bored
Having nothing to do brings in boredom! You might find yourself looking around for something to do.
The thinking part of your brain. It controls your voluntary muscles.
Cerebrum
If I forgot my phone at home I would feel...
Worried, Nervous, Scared
Sometimes we make mistakes and forget important items at home. This might cause you to feel worried.
If I got home from school and had to complete my chores, make myself something to eat, and then go to practice, I might feel...
Overwhelmed, Stressed
Having a lot of responsibilities can be stressful! Sometimes it might feel like you have too much on your plate.
If I met someone for the first time I might feel...
Shy, Nervous
Meeting new people can be nerve-wracking for some! You might be more quite than usual or feel a little bit uncomfortable. Overtime you might feel the shyness go away!
If it was 100 degrees outside and the sun was shinning on me I might feel...
Hot, Overheated, Thirsty
We all know the sun is very hot! Being outside might make you feel hot and thirsty!
A part of the brain that helps process emotional responses. It receives sensory information and decides if we are in danger.
Amygdala
If I made my friend cry I would feel...
Sorry, Remorseful, Guilty
Sometimes, we hurt other people's feelings either on purpose or unintentionally. Regardless, saying "I'm sorry" goes a long way!
If I didn't fall asleep until 4am and I have to wake up at 8am for Reading Academy, I might feel...
Tired, Drowsy, Cranky
Sleep is important, and it is recommend we get 8 hours a night. If you did not get any sleep you might feel sluggish in the morning or even cranky. There might be dark circles around your eyes or you might yawn throughout the day.
If I had no friends at school I might feel...
Lonely, Depressed, Sad, Isolated
Having friends is important in our social life. It can feel good to have a friend we relate to and have fun with. When someone does not have any friends they might feel isolated and sad.
If I meditated I might feel..
Calm, Relaxed, Peaceful
The point of mediation is to relax and ease your mind. It can help you calm down or destress.
It is responsible for things like breathing and moving blood around the body. This part controls involuntary muscles.
The brainstem