Emotions and Feelings
True or False: It's possible to feel more than one emotion at a time.
True
What is a coping skill?
A strategy or action that helps you deal with stress, strong emotions, or tough situations.
What does it mean to be a good listener?
Paying attention, not interrupting, showing you care.
What is self-awareness?
Knowing your own thoughts, feelings, and actions.
What’s the first thing to do when you’re in a conflict?
Stay calm / take a deep breath
What does it mean to “regulate” your emotions?
To manage how you feel and respond in a healthy way.
Name a coping skill you can use in class without anyone noticing.
Breathing, positive self-talk, grounding, etc.
What does empathy look like in a difficult conversation?
Trying to understand how the other person feels and responding with kindness.
Why is it important to have goals?
To stay focused, motivated, and make progress.
Name a peaceful way to solve a disagreement.
Use “I” statements, listen to each other, compromise.
Why is it important to recognize your emotions before acting?
Because it helps you make better choices and avoid hurting yourself or others.
What’s a “coping toolbox”?
A collection of strategies/tools that help you manage tough feelings.
How can you tell if someone is being a good listener?
They make eye contact, nod, don’t interrupt, and ask follow-up questions.
Name one short-term goal a student might have.
Finish homework, improve grades, make a new friend.
What are some signs that a conflict might be getting out of control?
Yelling, name-calling, refusal to listen, physical actions.
What does the cortex help you with?
It helps you think, make decisions, plan, and control your impulses.
List three healthy coping skills you could use when you’re stressed.
Exercise, journaling, music, talking to someone, etc.
Give an example of using “I” statements in an argument.
“I feel upset when you interrupt me because I don’t feel heard.”
What steps can you take if you feel stuck and aren’t reaching your goals?
Ask for help, change your plan, break the goal into smaller steps.
Why might ignoring a small conflict sometimes be a smart choice?
Because not all issues are worth escalating—some can resolve on their own.
What does the amygdala do?
It helps you detect danger and controls fear and strong emotions like anger. Runs things that you don't do consciously (breathing). Feelings alarm that goes off instantly.
Why might someone need different coping strategies in different situations?
Because what works in one moment (like at school) might not work elsewhere (like at home).
How can social media both help and hurt friendships?
It helps by staying connected but can hurt through miscommunication, comparison, or cyberbullying.
What is a growth mindset?
Believing that abilities can improve with effort.
What role does perspective-taking play in resolving conflict?
It helps you understand where the other person is coming from, making compromise easier.