Emotions
Name 3 emotions
happy, angry, sad, stressed, frustrated, scared, joyful, nervous
What is something you can do when you are lonely?
Talk to a friend or family member, play with your pet
Getting enough of this is important so I feel rested
What is sleep?
If someone steps on your shoes and does not apologize, what would you do?
walk away, tell them they hurt you, stop and think
Saying kind things to yourself is an example of mental health
True, saying kind words (positive self talk) to yourself can help you believe in yourself and feel more confident
I might feel ______ if my friend told me they didn't want to be friends anymore
Sad, mad, worried
What can you do when you feel angry?
Walk away, take a walk, use a stressball, listen to music
What can get in the way of getting enough sleep?
drinking coffee or energy drinks, eating unhealthy foods, too much screen time before bed
What if you had a tough day at school, who can you talk to?
Friends, family, teachers, yourself (positive thoughts!)
You must be happy all the time
False, happiness is only one emotion and we are allowed to feel other emotions
Do our emotions affect how we act?
Yes!
Name 2 healthy coping skills
reading, dancing, talking to friends or family, writing on your journal
How many meals should you eat a day?
Three meals a day. Eating properly is important to have enough energy and feel your best throughout the day
What if your friend said "I am sad today" what can or should you do?
ask them why they are sad, listen to them, give them a hug
Having alone time each day will help stress
True, it helps let you think about your thoughts and feelings.
I might feel _____ thinking about people I love and that love me
happy, calm, peaceful, joyful
Name 2 unhealthy coping skills
Not talking about how you feel, saying unkind words, throwing things
How many hours of sleep should you be getting each night?
At least 8 hours each night
What if you spilled orange juice on your favourite shirt, how would you feel?
angry, sad, embarrassed, disappointed
3 hours of sleep is enough before a school day
False, it is important we get enough sleep (at least 8 hours) to have enough energy and feel well rested to focus for school
Describe a situation that makes you excited or happy
spending time with your friends or family, finishing your homework, going swimming, playing with your pet
What is your favourite coping skill to use?
It could be anything! walking outside, playing with your pet, reading, talking and hanging out with your friends and family, dancing
What are consequences of not getting enough sleep?
Feeling bad or moody, irritated or cranky, trouble waking up in the morning, can't focus in school
feel hurt inside, become more angry, can't focus, let it out on others
If a coping skill works for one of your friends, it will work for you too
False, everyone is different!