WS-SEL-1-02: My Calm-Down Toolbox

My Calm-Down Toolbox

Self-Awareness and Self-Management — Self-regulation strategies for big feelings

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📝 Directions: Learn calm-down tools for when you have big feelings, and pick your top 3!

Part A: My Calm-Down Toolbox

When you feel upset (4 or 5 on your thermometer), you can use these tools:

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Deep Breaths

Breathe in 4, hold 4, out 4

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Count to 10

Slowly count 1 to 10

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Take a Walk

Walk to a quiet spot

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Squeeze Something

Squish a stress ball

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Think Happy Thoughts

Picture your favorite place

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Talk to Someone

Tell a trusted person

Part B: When I Feel ___ , I Can ___

Practice matching big feelings with calm-down tools:

Part C: My Personal Toolbox

Draw or write your TOP 3 calm-down tools that work best for YOU:

Tool #1

Draw or write

Tool #2

Draw or write

Tool #3

Draw or write