TRUE or FALSE: Someone who is a WEAK support would tell you not to bother to study for a test.
What are red flags?
Signs that a person is getting upset/frustrated/angry – signs of tenseness or irritation
Describe what mad looks like on the 9th floor
Very angry, out of control with your body
Do we want to "exit the emotions elevator" on the lower floors or upper floors? Why?
Lower Floors. We are much calmer on the lower floors (‘calm zone’) and have better control of our emotions.
Who would you go to in your constellation of support if you felt bored or lonely?
Give an example of an EXTERNAL red flag.
any answer that shows some OUTWARD sign of tenseness or irritation in other people
Describe what happy looks like on the 3rd floor
Smiling, in control of your body
You and your friend have been arguing and says to you, "You're not my friend! I never want to see you again!" Use the wise ways in this category and describe what you will do.
Recognize my red flags warnings as my friend's statement has caused me to feel my heart beating faster and my face getting red (examples). Because of this, I am choosing to stop talking and leave (example of a strategy used).
Imagine someone budged in front of you in the cafeteria line and took the very last slice of pizza that you were waiting for. Give an example of negative self-talk. Then give an example of positive self-talk.
First: something mean or angry. Then: something to calm down or help make it ok.
What part of your brain is best for noticing red flags?
When you are on the 10th floor, are you in control of your emotions or out of control?
Out of control
Describe the strategy and give example of YAKETY–YACK SELF TALK BACK.
It helps you get back down on the emotions elevator so you can stop and think. Example.
TRUE or FALSE: Someone who is a STRONG support would tell you to fight a friend you were upset at.
Give an example of an INTERNAL red flag you have experienced.
an answer that shows something you feel INSIDE yourself that shows irritation or tenseness
What does the Emotions Elevator describe?
How calm or upset or out of control you feel
You’ve been working hard this month because you really want the eagle feather award. The award goes to another student in your class. List 1 emotion you would feel and 2 positive self talk statements.
Why should one usually use their "Wizard Brain" over their "Lizard Brain" in problem situations?
The "Wizard Brain" requires one to stop and think first about the problem instead of just reacting.
Why is it important to recognize Red Flag Warnings?
Because they help you to Stop and Think/ Help you before you make a negative decision and/or have negative consequences
a floor where you are still in control of your actions
Name and describe a strategy to get back down on the emotions elevator so you can stop and think – other than Yakety-Yack Self Talk Back.
Stop Talking and Leave, Do Something Else, or Relax and Take Deep Breaths