Sally dropped her phone and it broke. How do you think she feels?
Possible answers: Sad, mad, or disappointed
When someone tells me "No" I feel...
Possible answers: Dissapointed, angry, annoyed, sad, frustrated, okay with it
True or False: It's okay to cry when you feel sad.
True! Crying helps us express our feelings, relieves stress, and helps us to regulate our bodies.
Possible answers: Talk to someone, journal, color, go for a walk/bike ride, do something I love
Your body might feel hot, tight, or shaky, and you may want to yell, cry, or be alone. Your thoughts can race, and small things might suddenly feel really big or unfair.
Mad/ Angry
Your little brother finally ties his shoes all by himself for the first time, and you cheer him on. How do you think he felt?
Proud, happy, accomplished
You’re having a fun sleepover with your friends, telling jokes, and laughing so hard your stomach hurts. How do you feel?
Silly, excited, happy
True. We can feel many different emotions all at once. It's what makes us human!
When I feel angry I can...
Take deep breaths or walk away for a moment to cool down.
You might feel tired, want to cry, or not want to do things you usually like. It can make your body feel heavy and your thoughts feel slow or lonely.
Sadness
Camden has been waiting for his turn to play a game, but Derek keeps cutting in front of of him and not following the rules. How does Camden feel?
Annoyed
You’ve been practicing a game or skill for a long time, and today you finally win or get it right. How do you feel in that moment?
Possible answers: Proud or happy
False. It's important to express yourself.
When I feel anxious I can...
Practice grounding techniques, like focusing on my breath or counting to 10.
You might feel hot, shaky, or want to hide when something unexpected or awkward happens. Your face might blush, and you may worry about what others think of you.
Embarrassed
Tom accidentally called the teacher “mom” in front of the whole class, and everyone laughs. How does Tom feel?
Possible answer: Embarrassed
You're trying to focus on something important, but someone keeps interrupting you over and over. How would that make you feel?
Frustrated or annoyed
True or False: You can't control how you feel but you can choose what to do about it.
True!
When I feel overwhelmed, I can...
Take a break, go for a walk, or organize my thoughts in a list.
Your heart might race, your stomach can hurt, and you may feel like something bad is going to happen even if you're not sure why. It can make it hard to focus, sit still, or feel calm.
Anxiety
Greg has been giggling the entire class! He can't seem to stop laughing no matter how hard he tries. Greg is feeling...
Silly, Happy, Out of Control
You walk into your room and see it’s been decorated for your birthday with balloons, cake, and all your favorite things. How would that make you feel?
Loved, happy, appreciated, thankful
True or False: If you feel anxious, it means something bad is definitely going to happen.
False. Feeling anxious doesn’t always mean something bad will happen. It’s just a feeling that can happen when you're nervous or unsure, but it doesn’t predict the future.
When I feel lonely I can...
Reach out to a friend, join a group activity, or find a hobby I enjoy.
You might smile, laugh, and feel light or excited inside. You may want to talk, play, or do things you enjoy with others.
Happy