What SIZE OF THE PROBLEM is this: Someone cut in line
Tiny to Small Problem, 1-2, You can ignore it or you can fix it yourself
What SIZE OF THE PROBLEM is this: Someone keeps calling you a nickname you don't like and you tell them to stop and they don't.
Medium Problem - Size 3 - Ask an adult for help
FLEXIBLE THINKING: You say hi and your friend doesn't say anything. Name 3 things that could explain this.
The friend didn't hear you. The friend was in a rush. The friend was lost in thought. The friend might be mad at you.
Demonstrate the distraction technique of 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding
Notice 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, 1 thing you can taste
Show 3 different ways to practice deep breathing.
Breathe in slowly through your nose and out slowly through your mouth, 5 finger breathing, hot cocoa breathing, lazy 8 breathing, shape breathing, count
What are 5 examples of POSITIVE SELF-TALK?
You can do it. You got this. Stay calm. Mistakes help me learn. Stick with it.
What are 3 different feeling words you could use to name SADNESS?
unhappy, regretful, down, gloomy, blue, heartbroken, melancholy, lonely, down in the dumps
What are 3 different feeling words you could use to name SURPRISED?
shocked, startled, jolted, amazed, in awe, stunned, blown away, bewildered, confused
What are 3 different feeling words you could use to name FEAR?
scared, nervous, worried, horrified, petrified, panicked, uncomfortable, uneasy, unsure
SIZE OF THE FEELING: Order these feeling words from a little bit of an emotion to a huge amount of an emotion: horrified, uneasy, scared
uneasy, scared, horrified
Name 20 things you have GRATITUDE for?
:-)
Demonstrate and explain the calming skill of "Squeeze a Lemon"
Tighten your fist for a count of five, release and relax your hand for a count of five, and repeat
What are 3 different feeling words you could use to name DISGUST?
grossed out, nauseating, awful, dreadful, dislike
Demonstrate and explain the calming skill of "Count to 10"
Tighten your whole body and slowly relax every part of your body as you count to 10
Being kind to others is a great tool to help you feel better. Name at least 5 ways you can show kindness towards others.
Compliments, encouragement, sharing, taking turns, listening to others, carrying something for someone, holding a door, inviting someone to play with you,
How does POSITIVE SELF-TALK help you manage emotions?
Be your own inner coach, not an inner critic. Encourage yourself. Be kind to yourself. Positive self-talk motivates you, builds your confidence
Demonstrate the distraction technique of ABC Listing
Pick a topic (i.e. food), List one food item for each letter of the alphabet
What are 3 different feeling words you could use to name ANGER?
mad, rage, outrage, irritated, annoyed, frustrated, furious, impatient
FLEXIBLE THINKING: You planned with your friend to play with each other at recess, and she is playing with someone else. Why?
She forgot. Maybe she thought that person needed company. Maybe she will invite you to play too.
What SIZE OF THE PROBLEM is this: Someone falls at recess and it looks like their leg is broken
Big Problem - Size 4 - Get an adult right away!
SIZE OF THE FEELING: Order these feeling words from a little bit of an emotion to a huge amount of an emotion: furious, annoyed, displeased, angry
displease, annoyed, angry, furious
What SIZE OF THE PROBLEM is this: You run out of time to finish your drawing today?
Tiny Problem - Size 1 - Be flexible, no big deal
What are 3 different feeling words you could use to name JOY?
Thrilled, happy, excited, cheerful, merry, glad, peaceful, contented, pleased
What SIZE OF THE PROBLEM is this: A hurricane comes through the area, many trees are down and in the road, and the power has been out for days
Huge Problem - Size 5 - Possible emergency situation, listen to adults