Gratitude and Mood
Gratitude helps our brain shift from stress to
Calm
Gratitude means you have to be happy all the time.
False.
Can you still practice gratitude on a bad day?
Yes.
What is noticing the good things in your life and being thankful for them?
Gratitude.
In the Lion King, who is Simba grateful for when remembers his father's guidance.
Mufasa (his dad).
Does gratitude change the situation or how we feel about it?
How we feel about it.
Writing down 3 good things daily can improve mood.
True.
Name one small thing to be grateful for during a stressful day.
Food, support, home, a friend, pet, etc.
A healthy strategy use to manage stress, emotions, or difficult situations.
Coping skills.
In Frozen, Anna shows gratitude by never giving up on who?
Elsa.
Practicing gratitude can help reduce what feeling: stress or excitement?
Gratitude only works if something big happens.
False.
If you fail a test, what could you still be grateful for?
Opportunity to learn, support, another chance, etc.
Choosing to focus on helpful or good thoughts instead of only negative ones.
A positive mindset or looking on the brightside of things.
In Encanto, Mirabel learns to appreciate what about her family?
Their gifts and each other.
When we focus on something good, our mood usually goes up or down?
Our mood goes up.
You can practice gratitude silently in your thoughts.
True
Scenario: You argue with a friend. Name one thing you could still be grateful for.
The friendship, chance to fix it, communication, etc.
The ability to manage and control your emotions in a healthy way.
Emotional regulation
In Toy Story, Woody learns to be grateful for which new toy?
Buzz.
Why does thinking about something positive help our mood?
It shifts our focus from negative to positive thoughts.
Practicing gratitude daily can help with stress management.
True.
Why is practicing gratitude daily more helpful than once a month?
It builds a habit and improves mood consistently.
Taking time to think about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Self-reflection.
Scenario: If Moana practices gratitude daily, what might she be thankful for?
Her family, her island, the ocean, her strength, her culture.