Emotions
Name 5 Emotions
Examples:
-Sad -Bored
-Mad -Tired
-Happy
-Excited
What 2 things do we always start the group with?
Jar and Journal
True or False...
There is one right way to feel in any situation
False, People often react differently to the same situation
Which emotions can cause you to cry? (list at least 2)
Sad, frustrated/disappointed, really happy
Emotions give us information VS Emotions are pointless reactions
Emotions give us information
Imagine yourself coming home and finding a huge present with your name on it. There is a note on the gift that says, "Don't open it until noon tomorrow." -what are 4 emotions you would be experiencing?
Examples...
-Excited
-Anxious
-Happy
-Sad
Name 3 different activities we did though out the time we were together
Bonus Question for 50 points...
Everyone in the group must answer, What was your favorite activity we did?
True or False...
Even if I feel emotions, I can still be in control
True, Having emotions means you're a normal human being and we have ways to manage them
Which emotions can cause your heart to beat fast?
Excited, scared, mad
Emotions are expressed only on your face VS
Emotions are expressed through your face, tone of voice, and body posture
Emotions are expressed through your face, tone of voice, and body posture
How could you tell you are feeling angry from the way your body feels?
-Feel hot
- Feel tense
- Feel like you want to shout, argue, hit something.
- Clench your fists
- Stomp around
What did we do as an activity for Self Control?
Blurt
True or False...
Negative feelings are bad and destructive
False, They are natural and are sending you an important message
What is it called when you stop paying attention to someone who is trying to bother you
Ignoring them
Emotions ONLY help us understand how we feel
Or
Emotions can help us and others how we feel
Emotions can help us and others how we feel
How do we decide what is in our control?
In our Control: Something that we have control over and have the opportunity to change
Out of our Control: A problem or situation that we have no control over
Bonus for 100 points...
How do we decide is if it out of our control?
True or False?
We did some kind of activity (worksheet or games) for every lesson
True
True or False...
If others don't approve of my feelings, I shouldn't feel the way I do
False! I have every right to feel how I feel, no matter what other people think
What is it called when you ask to leave noisy room for quiet area
Time out, taking space, or asking for a break
Bonus for 50 points...
Is it okay to ask for any of these, Yes or No?
Emotions are something we choose to feel OR Emotions automatically happen to prepare us for action
They are automatic
How could you tell from someone's body language and behaviors if they were feeling anxious?
-Fidgety, can't sit still -Breathing heavy -Difficulties focusing -Worried look on their face
What activity did we do for Leadership?
The Silent Line Up Game
True or False...
Learning coping skills and changing our behavior is impossible so I should not try to do it
False, You can change the way you handle different emotions, it may take time though
What is it called when you get an adult to assist in solving a problem?
Asking for help
Emotions are facts VS Emotions aren't always true
Emotions aren't always true
Example: I'm afraid, but maybe I'm actually ok