UNDERSTANDING YOUR FEELINGS
What feeling often shows up when you care a lot about something but you are unsure of the outcome
Nervousness.
What is one sign your mind needs a short break
-Trouble focusing,
-Feeling irritated for no apparent reason,
-losing interest in something you usually enjoy doing.
-Feeling overwhelmed
What do you call saying helpful and kind things to yourself?
Positive self-talk. Affirmations
What is one sign someone is a safe friend
They respect your feelings.
They support you
They dont judge you
What feeling often shows up when your thoughts jump to the worst outcome
Anxiety
What emotion can make you feel tired even when you are not physically tired
Sadness.
When your thoughts feel too loud, what is one easy way to settle your mind
Take one slow, deep breath.
Create a short confidence chant you would use before a big moment
Must include one uplifting word like strong or ready or focused.
Say one encouraging sentence someone your age might need today
Any kind of supportive sentence earns points.
What is one sign a teen might be experiencing a low mood?
Not enjoying things they usually like.
Other acceptable answers include wanting to be alone more than usual.
What feeling might you experience when expectations feel too heavy
Overwhelm.
Create a ten-second theme song or chant that includes encouraging words you like.
Must include a positive word
What is a common negative thought teens sometimes believe, even though it is not true
"I am not good enough" , "I am a failure." "I can't do nothing right."
What is a healthy way to say you need space?
I need a moment to myself but I am okay.
When you start to feel stressed or anxious, what is one thing that helps you feel a little better in that moment
Any specific healthy action, like talking to someone, stepping away to breathe, stretching, or listening to calming music, is correct.
What part of your body sends signals that help you recognize your emotions first
Your brain
Show with your hands how big your feelings felt the last time you had a rough day.
Any clear gesture that represents size earns points.
What is something a trusted person can do that helps you feel emotionally supported
-Listen without interrupting.
Give me a hug if I want one
Ask me what I need
Let me talk without judging me
Check on me later to see how I am doing
Help me put my feelings into words
Help me think through what to do next
You start thinking you will mess something up. What is a healthier thought you can replace it with. --
I can take this one step at a time or I am prepared.( (Any answer close will be accepted)
What is one sign a friendship may be becoming unhealthy
You feel worse about yourself after spending time with them.
What is one common physical sign of stress in teens
Tight shoulders.
(Other acceptable answers include headaches or a fast heartbeat.)
Name one feeling you experience that people do not always notice.--
Any specific feeling like worry or frustration or loneliness is correct.
When you feel overwhelmed, what is one specific action you can take to help yourself reset
Step away for one minute to breathe or get a drink of water.
What is one confidence-boosting sentence you can say to yourself before a challenge
I can handle this.
What is something simple you can do that shows support when a friend is upset
Ask if they want company or want to talk.
Without using words, show with your hands what your stress level feels like on a busy day
Any clear gesture representing intensity earns points.