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Emotion Regulation UNDERSTANDING FEELINGS
JOY
Synonyms:
Cheerful Content Eager Enthusiastic Excited Glad Happy Hopeful Optimistic Satisfied
What causes me to experience joy?
Vacation
School canceled due to weather
My birthday
Spending time with friends
Getting a good grade
Hearing my favorite song on the radio
Where do I feel joy in my body?
Face—smile
Bubbly
Hug others
Light
Relaxed—no muscle tension
What I might be thinking?
Yay!
I like this.
Other positive thoughts
What my body is being pulled to do?
What I am doing?
Jumping up and down Smiling
Having a positive attitude Talkative
Excited voice
The End-Game: What happens after I feel joy?
Kind to self & others
Do nice things for others Have positive outlook
High tolerance for worry Remember other happy times Calm
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