Emotion Regulation
True or False: Emotion Regulation is the ability to stop yourself from feeling emotions you don't like.
False! Emotion Regulation is the ability to feel emotions, even the ones you don't like, but make safe choices, remain in control, and use healthy coping skills to feel better.
True or false: Social awareness is being aware of other people's thoughts and feelings.
False. Social Awareness is how we interact with and respond to other people.
Does Maine sit on the East or West Coast of the United States
East Coast
True or False: Self-Awareness is understanding your personal values & beliefs, as well as how your thoughts and feelings impact your behavior.
True!
Define "Kindness"
Be nice, understanding, and caring to all.
What is the purpose of coping skills?
Coping skills are the things that people do to help them feel better emotionally.
What are two warning signs of an unhealthy friendship?
Examples:
Someone who makes others feel bad about themselves
Someone who does not respect your boundaries
Someone who does not listen to you
Someone who is only interested in themselves
True or False: Maine was part of the 13 Colonies.
False.
Name the "core four" emotions that EVERYONE feels!
Happy, Sad, Mad, Fear
Define "Trustworthiness"
Be honest, reliable, true, and dependable in all of your commitments.
Define "Healthy Coping Skills" and list 3 examples
Healthy coping skills are the things people do that help them feel better emotionally that do not cause any negative consequences.
Examples: Taking space, listening to music, drawing, talking with a friend, exercise, hobbies
What is the difference between intent and impact?
Intention: What the speaker want the listening to hear and understand
Impact: What the listener actually hears and understands about what the listener is saying/doing
What is the capital of Maine?
Augusta
Name three example of somatic (physical) symptoms that someone might feel when they experience anxiety.
Palms shaking
Sweating
Flushed cheeks
Upset stomach
Dry mouth
Racing thoughts
Define "Respect"
Treat others as you want to be treated as shown through actions and deeds.
Define "Unhealthy Coping Skills" and name 3 examples
Unhealthy coping skills are the things people do to make themselves feel better but have negative consequences.
Example: Avoiding something that makes us nervous, flipping our lid and yelling at someone, breaking items, drugs & alcohol
What is the outline for sharing your feelings with someone who did something that hurt/upset/offended you?
I feel BLANK
When you BLANK
Because BLANK
Next time, if you could BLANK that would be great :)
What is the state animal?
Moose.
How do you tell the difference between good stress and bad stress?
Good Stress: Motivates you, helps you focus, improves your performance, feels exciting, doesn't last long
Bad Stress: Causes anxiety, can be overwhelming, feels unpleasant, decreases performance, can last a long time
Define "Responsibility"
Be able to be counted on dependable, and reliable in all aspects of your education and behavior.
In your own words, explain what happens when someone "Flips their Lid" (be specific!)
When someone "flips their lid" they are experiencing really strong emotions. The front part of their brain which controls logic and reasoning shuts down. People often say and do things they regret while their lids are flipped if they don't recognize what is happening and use healthy coping skills to calm down.
The ART of listening is an acronym to help you remember good listening skills. What does each letter stand for?
A - Attend to the speaker
R - Recognize the speaker's point of view
T - Take time to ask and comment
Many states use their license plates to display a state motto or slogan. What does Maine have on their license plate?
Vacationland
Throughout our day there will be events that "trigger" these three things within our body. They are all connected and we use a triangle to show that. Name the three parts of the triangle. (See Board!)
Our THOUGHTS, FEELINGS, and BEHAVIORS, are all connected!
Define "Perseverance"
Continued effort to achieve something despite difficulties and opposition.