All About Anxiety
What is one way your body might feel when you're anxious?
(e.g., sweaty palms, fast heartbeat)
What’s the first step in solving a problem?
Figure out what the problem is.
What’s a fun activity that can help you feel better after a stressful day?
Drawing, hobby, journaling, or listening to music.
What does it mean when you have the ability to recover quickly from difficult situations or challenges?
What does it mean when you have the ability to manage and respond to your emotions in healthy ways?
Emotional Regulation
True or False: Anxiety is always bad for you.
False—Anxiety can actually be helpful because it alerts you to danger and helps you stay safe, like when you're nervous about crossing a busy street.
If you're stuck on a tough assignment, what could you try doing?
Ask for help, take a break, or try a new approach.
True or False: Talking out a stressful situation can help manage big emotions.
True
True or False: It's okay to feel upset or frustrated when something goes wrong, but it's important to keep trying.
True—Feeling upset is normal, but resilience helps you keep going and find solutions.
True or False: It's important to ignore your feelings so they don’t get in the way of solving problems.
False—Understanding your emotions helps you solve problems more effectively.
What is one thing you can say to yourself when you feel anxious?
"I can handle this" or "This feeling will pass."
What does it mean to "brainstorm" solutions?
Think of many possible ways to solve the problem without judging them.
What’s one thing you can imagine to help you relax and feel calm?
Visualizing a peaceful place, like the beach or a quiet room.
What’s one thing you can do when you face a setback?
Ask yourself, “What can I learn from this?” or take a break and try again later.
What’s one way to recognize when you’re feeling anxious?
Pay attention to physical signs, like a racing heartbeat, sweaty palms, or a tense stomach.
Name 2 things you can do to calm yourself when feeling anxious.
Take deep breaths, count to 10, talk to someone, or listen to music.
What are 2 things you can do when you feel frustrated and things aren’t working out?
Take deep breaths, stay patient, or ask someone for advice.
What’s a healthy habit you can practice regularly to stay calm, even before you feel stressed?
Practicing mindfulness, keeping a journal, or thinking about things you’re grateful for.
What’s a helpful mindset to have when things don’t go as planned?
"I can learn from this and try again" or "Mistakes are part of growing."
How can journaling or drawing help with emotional regulation?
Writing or drawing your feelings helps you understand and process them, making it easier to manage your emotions.
What is one way your brain might try to protect you when you’re anxious, even if there isn’t a real danger?
It might make you feel scared, send a “fight or flight” response, or make your body feel tense.
Why is it important not to avoid problems or situations, even when they seem tough?
Avoiding problems can make them bigger and harder to solve later. Facing them helps you find solutions and feel more in control.
True or False: Using healthy coping skills, like deep breathing or talking to someone, can help reduce the effects of stress.
True—Healthy coping skills can help calm your body and mind, making it easier to manage stress.
How does asking for help make you more resilient?
It shows strength to ask for support, which helps you learn new ways to handle challenges.
When you're feeling angry, what’s one healthy way to calm down before reacting?
Take deep breaths, count to 10, or step away from the situation for a moment to cool off.