Group Rules
These keep everyone safe while we are in group and include the 3 Ps
Group Rules
Deep Breathing exercise and/or relaxation technique used to release tension
Meditation
T or F: Anger and aggression are the same thing
FALSE: Anger is the emotion; Aggression is the behavior
This is used to measure the level of anger you reached during the week
The Anger Meter
This is anything that causes you to become angry and possibly explode
Triggers
This rule is a basic rule but incredibly important; All other rules may fall under this one
Respect
A book of lined paper used to keep track of your thoughts and feelings
journal
T or F: Anger automatically leads to Aggression
False- we have the power to control our actions, even while angry
When you stop and leave an escalating situation for a period of time
Time-out
This is a kind of ANGER CUE that can pertain to you feeling hot, heart beating faster, stiff body etc.
The Physical Cue
This means what is said in group stays in group except for abuse of elders/minors and self-harm/harm to others
Confidentiality
Physical activity that uses up nervous energy and strengthens your body
Exercise
T or F: Anger can be a good thing.
True- It is a natural emotion & can help you set healthy boundaries
The three phases of anger which include Escalation, Explosion, and Post Explosion
The Aggression Cycle
Fact or Myth:
Anger is inherited
MYTH one is not born with a specific way to express anger
This rule is important in group as well as in the community.
Don't break any laws
This coping skill involves listening to lyrics and sometimes involves headphones.
Listening to Music
T or F: Positive thoughts have no effect on your mood
False it’s been proven that positive thinking releases endorphins
A facilitator will DING this, so the reverberation helps you focus while someone reads the meditation.
The singing bowl
Is punching a pillow an effective way to express anger?
No- you are training yourself to punch something when angry
What are the 3 Ps?
Punctuality, Participation, and Positivity
When you tense and hold different parts of your body for a minute, then release, having it return to a total relaxed state
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
T or F: The ABCD Model is:
Activating Event, Belief about event, Counter-event, Dispute
FALSE: C=Consequence
Model which includes Activating Event, Belief about the event, Consequence, and Dispute
The ABCD Model
How are at least 4 ways that you manage your anger?
answers may include: Listening to music, exercise, journal, talk with friends etc