Thoughts
This is what we call the sentence that runs through your mind when you're feeling something.
Thoughts
This body clue often happens when you're angry.
Clenched fists / Hot face / Tense muscles
I feel butterflies in my stomach and want to smile—what emotion might this be?
I feel butterflies in my stomach and want to smile—what emotion might this be? Happiness / Excitement / Love
This is what we call a normal emotion that has gotten too big and taken over.
An emotion twister
Name one thing you can do besides talking when you're feeling upset.
Write in your diary, play a sport, draw, listen to music, etc.
True or False: Thoughts can make emotions feel stronger.
True
Your fists clench, your face feels hot. What emotion might be building up?
Anger
You feel sad but also happy at the same time. This is called feeling...
Mixed Emotions
This word describes feeling very sad because something important is ending or changing.
Grief
Name one friend you feel safe talking to when you're going through a hard time.
varies
What might someone be thinking if they feel fear while riding a roller coaster alone?
“What if something goes wrong?” / “I’m scared to do this alone” / “What if I fall out?”
A lump in your throat, low energy in your body, and a quiet voice. What emotion might this describe?
Sadness
Which emotion makes your body want to “fight” or “run away”?
Fear
True or False: Avoiding emotions helps them go away faster.
False
What’s one creative way to express emotions besides words?
Drawing, playing music, movement, stickers, games
What thought can help you feel brave when you're scared of a ride or event?
What thought can help you feel brave when you're scared of a ride or event? “I’ve done scary things before and I was okay.” / “It’s safe—it’s been tested.”
This body clue happens when you're anxious and preparing for something stressful.
Fast heartbeat / Shaky hands / Tight chest
You feel calm, proud, and grateful all at once. What emotion could this be?
Joy / Contentment / Peace
What’s a small memory item you’ve saved that reminds you of a happy moment?
It varies depending on what matters to you
What is the hardest thing that has happened to you and how did you deal with it?
Remembering moments that were hard and we overcame are helpful reminders we are capable of overcoming difficulties
Describe all three parts of an emotion using an example from your own life.
Example: “When I was on the VelociCoaster: Thought = ‘I’m nervous but I’ll be okay.’ Feeling = Excitement + fear. Body = fast heartbeat, tense muscles. Behavior = Got on the ride.”
You’re feeling something strong, but you’re not sure what it is. Your stomach feels tight, your chest is heavy, your face feels hot, and you want to either cry or yell.
What might be going on in your body, and how could you figure out what emotion it is?
These are body clues that show you might be feeling a mix of emotions like anger, sadness, or stress.
You can figure out what the emotion is by:Paying attention to what happened right before
Asking yourself, “What do I feel like doing right now?”
Using an emotion wheel or talking it out to identify it more clearly.
You just finished a school event. You’re proud of yourself, but also sad it’s over. You miss it already and feel tired and thoughtful. You want to talk to someone but also want to be alone.
What emotions might you be feeling all at once?
You might be feeling a mix of:
Pride (for doing something meaningful)
Grief or sadness (because it’s over)
Nostalgia (missing it already)
Fatigue (emotional letdown after something big)
This is called experiencing multiple emotions at once, and it's completely normal and part of growing up.
You’re sitting alone thinking about a friend moving away. Then you remember your school is ending. Then you start thinking about your mom moving and feel overwhelmed and shut down.
What just happened, and what can you do to manage it?
This is called an emotion twister — where many emotions and memories pile up and feel too big to handle.
What happened:
Your brain stacked grief triggers on top of each other
Your emotions became tangled, leading to shutdown or overwhelm
What to do:
Pause and notice what part of you is hurting most
Name the emotions
Use a coping skill like journaling, talking to someone, or taking a break to separate the feelings
This coping skill helps have better relationships with other people. Instead of yelling when having disagreements you can ______ instead
Communicate calmly and effectively using "I statements"