Zones of Regulation
Which zone is the feeling "happy" in?
The green zone
Your friend thinks of places you both like to eat when picking a restaurant you guys are going to.
Is this a healthy or unhealthy relationship?
Healthy
What should you think about when you are making plans with a friend?
-When you are both free (day and time)
-Where to go
-How to get there
-How much time you will spend together
-What you both like to do
Strategies to deal with stress
-Listen to music, watch a movie, read a book
-Go for a walk, exercise, use a stress ball
-Take a nap
-Call or text someone
-Do something you enjoy
True or False: It is important to respect other people's boundaries.
True
Which zone is the feeling "angry" in?
Your boyfriend or girlfriend gets mad when you hang out with your friends.
Is this a healthy or unhealthy relationship?
Unhealthy
What are some reasons why a friend might say "no" to making plans?
-They are not available that day
-They are not feeling well
-They don't like the activity you planned
-They just don't want to
Which zone of regulation is "stressed" in?
The yellow zone
True or False: You should always do what your friend says
False
Which zone is the feeling "worried" in?
The yellow zone
Your friend is always talking and you are always listening.
Is this a healthy or unhealthy relationship?
Unhealthy
What should you do if your friend is busy on the day you picked to make plans?
-Ask when they are available
Who can you talk to when you are feeling stressed?
-Parents
-Siblings
-Friends
-Teachers
-Bosses
True or False: It is ok to talk to your friends about your problems.
True
Which zone is the feeling "tired" in?
The blue zone
Your friend respects your boundaries and you respect theirs.
Is this a healthy or unhealthy relationship?
Healthy
What if your friend does not like the activity you picked?
-Ask them what they like to do
Physical signs of stress
-Shaking -Stomach aches
-Heart racing -Trouble sleeping
-Sweating -Shortness of breath
-Chest pain
-Headache
True or False: You should have the same qualities as a friend as you expect from your other friends.
True
What are the four colors in the zones of regulation?
Green, red, blue, and yellow
Your friend is calling you late at night, even though he knows that you have to work early in the morning.
Is this a healthy or unhealthy relationship?
Unhealthy
Name at least three places to hang out with your friends
-Restaurant
-The mall
-The movies
-Their house/ your house
-At the zoo/aquarium
-At the park
-A museum
-At a coffee shop
Emotional signs of stress
True or False: Only romantic relationships are the most important relationships.
False