Setting Boundaries
Subway Surfing
Triggers, Anger, Emotions
Triggers, Anger, Emotions
Gun Violence Awareness
100

Scenario: Physical Boundaries

You feel uncomfortable when a someone hugs/touches you without asking. What could you say or do?

Answer vary but - Use clear language like 'I feel...' or 'I need...'

100

What is Subway Surfing?

Subway surfing is the act of riding outside or on top of a moving subway car, often for thrills or attention.

100

What is an Emotional Trigger?

  • An emotional trigger is something that causes an intense emotional reaction. These reactions can be feelings like anger, frustration, sadness, or fear.
  • Common triggers might include certain words, actions, situations, or memories.
100

Acting out | Dumping anger on others | Suppressing anger

Scenario: During a basketball game, Chris feels cheated by a referee’s bad call and starts yelling at the referee and other players.

Acting out

100

What is Gun Violence? And who can it effect?

  • Gun violence refers to crimes committed with the use of firearms, including assaults, robberies, homicides, and suicides.
  • It can affect individuals, families, and communities, leading to loss of life, injury, and long-lasting trauma.
200

Name 3/5 types of Boundaries

Ex: Emotional 

1. Physical

2. Emotional

3. Time

4. Digital

5. Professional

200

Which appeal do you think is more of the influence?

PART 1: THRILL-SEEKING BEHAVIOR

PART 2: INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA

PART 3: DESIRE FOR PEER RECOGNITION

PART 1: THRILL-SEEKING BEHAVIOR

PART 2: INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA

PART 3: DESIRE FOR PEER RECOGNITION

200

Give me 2 Examples of Emotional Triggers

  • Being criticized
  • Feeling ignored
  • Being reminded of a past negative experience
  • Feeling excluded or left out
200

What is one warning sign of anger?

Signs include heavy breathing, shouting, throwing objects, and losing control over your actions.

200

Taking a life through gun violence has lasting impacts: Give me 2 lasting impact! 

1.Legal consequences (prison, criminal record).

2. Emotional toll (regret, guilt, loss of future).

3. Impact on families (grief, trauma, loss of loved ones).

4. Community impact (fear, instability).

300

1. Boundaries are selfish.

False

300

Name 2 Consequences of Subway Surfing

Death

Fine

Jail Time

300

Why Is Understanding Emotions Important?

Recognizing emotions helps us respond to situations more effectively and helps us communicate our feelings.

300

Name 1 De-escalation Technique for handling trigger. 

When you're triggered, it can be helpful to de-escalate the situation. Techniques like walking away, counting to ten, or using positive self-talk can help.

300

Grief and trauma can have long-lasting effects on victims' families and friends. How?

1. Emotional struggles: anger, sadness, and guilt.

2. Trauma can lead to anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.

400

Scenario: Digital Boundaries 

You receive an inappropriate message. How do you address it?

Answer Vary

400

Incident: In April 2023, a 16-year-old boy was arrested for subway surfing on the F train in Brooklyn. The NYPD caught him on the train’s roof, risking his life and the lives of passengers. What would you say to him? What should his consequences be?

Answers Vary

400

Name 2 types of emotions

  • Happiness
  • Sadness
  • Anger
  • Fear
  • Surprise
400

You can improve your emotional intelligence by:

  • Practicing self-awareness
  • Practicing empathy
  • Practicing emotional regulation
400

You witness a heated argument in your neighborhood that seems like it might turn violent. What is your response?


Answer Vary

500

What is one boundary you need to set and why it matters.

Answers Vary

500

True or False 

“Subway surfing only affects the person doing it.”

False

500

Common anger styles include (3)

  • Acting out
  • Dumping anger on others
  • Suppressing anger
500

Acting out | Dumping anger on others | Suppressing anger

Scenario: Olivia feels disrespected by her friend’s joke but says nothing and pretends it didn’t bother her, although she’s upset inside.

Suppressing 

Positive Response: Olivia can express how the joke made her feel to her friend in a calm way, helping to avoid future misunderstandings.

500

You hear someone is planning to bring a weapon to a party or gathering. What is your response?

Answer Varys.