Nov 18th, 2024 - Managing Emotions

• Emotions can be overwhelming, especially during teenage years.

• Multiple emotions can occur simultaneously, causing confusion.

Healthy Ways to Manage Emotions:

• Talk it out.

• Discuss feelings with a trusted person.

  • Example: John talking to a friend after a breakup.

• Blow off steam.

• Release energy through positive activities.

Examples: Exercising, building something, playing sports

• Be creative

• Express emotions through srtidtid outlets

Examples: Writing, drawing, singing, playing music, painting.

Understanding Anger

• Anger often results from frustration or helplessness

Key point: You are responsible for how you express your anger

Importance of dealing with anger appropriately

• Steps to manage anger

  • Recognize anger triggers and physical sign

  • Stop and count to 10

  • Take deep breaths

  • Walk away if necessary

  • Think about the best way to deal with the situation

Controlling and Expressing Anger

• Learn to recognize early signs of anger

• Physical cues: Clenched fist, increased heart rate

• Techniques for immediate anger control

• Talk to the person who upsets you after you’ve calmed down

• Use “I” affirmations to express feelings