Managing Emotions

Emotional intelligence is the capacity to monitor our feelings and those of others, distinguishing between emotions and use this information to manage our acting and thinking.

Optimism is the ability to look at the brighter side of life and to maintain a positive attitude, even in the face of adversity.

Next, using a different color pen or pencil, write positive thoughts to fill your brain.

 

What does your brain contain?  The picture of the head is divided into sections.  In each section write or draw what you spend the most time thinking about. 

Laughter helps us feel good.  So, spending time with people who make you laugh is  a good way to relax.  Answer the questions below and have a laugh or two!

Who is one of the funniest people you know?

What is something this person said or did that made you laugh.

What is the funniest thing that has ever happened to you?  Describe.

What is the funniest thing that has ever happened to your best friend?  Describe.

 

We all need compliments once in a while. Everyone should put a paper on its back, and then everyone should write a compliment to the person whose name is at the top.