Superhero Strengths
This term describes being able to 'bounce back' when tough things happen, just like a spring.
Adversity" is a fancy word for challenges or problems.
This animal is described as the world's sharpest dressed and most resilient (and cutest) animal.
What is the Emperor Penguin
If I feel anxious, it must mean that something bad is about to happen
What is False Anxiety is just your brain's 'smoke detector' going off, even if there isn't a real fire.
If you were stuck on a deserted island and could only bring one Superhero, who would you bring and why?
My mom, cause she would make me laugh & we'd chat the days away...
There is one right way to feel in any situation
False! People often react differently to the same situation
What can be expressed through your face, tone of voice, and body posture
What are emotions (expressed through facial expressions, tone of voice, and body posture).
These two emotions are common reasons you might feel "butterflies" in your stomach.
What are nervousness or excitement
Anxiety is caused by your brain trying to protect you from danger
True!
This is a spot, like a library or bedroom, where you feel secure and can think clearly.
What is a Safe Place
If your superpower was "Super-Empathetic" and you could actually hear what animals were thinking, what is the #1 thing a dog would be thinking about?
Who's going to throw the ball? When's dinner? (or another creative/funny answer)
If a superhero’s only superpower was "Extreme Snacking," what would their hero name be?
Who is :The Human Vacuum" OR "Captain Crumb" (or another creative/funny answer)
Which emotions can give you a headache?
Stress/worry, fear, frustration
What is one question you can ask a friend who is feeling anxious?
How are you doing?" or "Tell me how I can help"
Name three people who could be in a student's "Safety Net."
Teacher, Parent, Coach, Grandparent, etc.
True or False: Different people can feel different emotions about the exact same situation.
True. There's so many emotions and so many beings... we make the world go round!
Emotions tell only us how we feel and/or Emotions communicate how we feel to others as well
Emotions communicate to others how we feel (through our facial expressions, tone of voice, and actions!)
True or False: If you feel anxious, it means something bad is definitely about to happen.
What is False -
If you actually had to wear your friend's shoes for a whole day, what is the biggest problem you might have?
The stink! (or another funny answer)
True or False: Asking for help is a sign that you are not resilient.
False! Knowing when to ask for help is a huge part of being resilient.
False! I have every right to feel how I feel, no matter what other people think
If others don't approve of how you feel, you should change your feelings.
What is False? (You have every right to feel how you feel) .
If your stomach is growling like a grizzly bear, are you feeling an emotion or are you just hungry?
What is hungry! (But "Hangry" is a real mixed emotion!)
Anxiety can cause permanent damage to your body and brain
False
If a friend is stuck in a hole, this skill involves climbing down into the hole to help them, rather than just looking down and saying 'sorry'
Empathy
Letting people know I am feeling anxious, sad or mad is a weakness.
False - it's healthy to communicate how we feel and get help when you need it.