Understanding Emotions
This is the basic feeling you experience when you're happy, sad, scared, or angry.
What is an emotion
When you're angry, counting to this number before reacting can help you calm down.
What is ten
Listening to your favorite songs when stressed is using music as a form of this type of strategy.
What is a coping mechanism
A loud noise might make someone scared; this noise is called this in emotional language.
What is a trigger
This practice involves focusing all your attention on the present moment.
What is mindfulness
When someone makes you feel upset but you choose to stay calm instead of yelling, you are showing this.
What is self-control
This involves looking at the situation causing anger from a different and more positive point of view.
What is reframing
Writing about things you are thankful for can boost your mood and is known as this.
What is gratitude journaling
To manage triggers, you can practice this 'avoidance' strategy, where you step back from a situation temporarily.
What is taking a timeout
During mindfulness, concentrating on this regular bodily function can anchor you to the moment.
What is breathing
To better understand your feelings, you can keep a daily record of what made you feel a certain way in this item.
What is an emotions journal
Physical activities such as running or dancing are forms of this, which can reduce anger.
What is exercise
When you're feeling overwhelmed, this is the practice of focusing on your senses to calm down.
What is grounding
This is an event or environment factor that triggers a positive emotional response.
What is a happiness trigger
Practicing yoga regularly is a type of mindful movement that helps with this.
What is stress reduction
This skill involves recognizing and naming your feelings as they occur.
What is emotional awareness
Practicing this calm, slow breathing technique can help in managing intense anger.
What is deep breathing
A mindset that allows you to view challenges as opportunities for growth rather than obstacles is called this.
What is a growth mindset
Understanding that certain places or events lead to specific feelings involves identifying this type of trigger.
What is a situational trigger
This mindful practice involves paying close attention to eating without distraction.
What is mindful eating
This is the ability to identify and understand others' emotions, making interactions smoother.
What is empathy
When you're angry, this is the technique of allowing yourself to calmly share your feelings with someone else.
What is 'I' statements communication
This cognitive strategy is about challenging negative thoughts and replacing them with positive ones.
cognitive restructuring
Discussing with friends or family why certain events trigger emotions can be part of this reflective process.
What is trigger analysis
This practice involves silently repeating a focus word or phrase to maintain concentration.
What is mantra meditation