Lesson 1 Getting to Know Yourself
Don’t Let Anger Be Your Boss
Do you ____ find yourself suddenly feeling angry?
One moment you’re fine, and the ____ moment you’re slamming doors or rolling your eyes at your parents.
Some people may think you just have a bad attitude or are getting too upset about a small ____.
However, these ____ don’t simply come from stress about everyday life.
Where does adolescent anger come from?
As a teen, you may feel like an adult, but your ____ is still growing.
In your ____, there is a part that is responsible for solving problems and controlling your emotions.
In your teen years, this part is still in ____.
The changes in your brain lead ____ toward independence, social engagement, and creativity.
At the same time, however, you may ____ confused about who you are.
You may ____ be more sensitive to unfairness.
Furthermore, your body is ____ with hormones.
This significantly affects your ____.
The combination of these factors intensifies your strong ____.
Getting to Know Your Anger
It is natural to feel ____ from time to time; it doesn’t mean there is something wrong with you.
Anger can ____ be a useful tool.
For example, an angry but open conversation can resolve a conflict ____ friends.
The important thing is to manage your anger so that it does not turn ____ aggressive or violent behavior.
This does not mean that you should stop yourself ____ feeling angry.
Rather, you should express it in a ____ way.
Ask ____ some questions about your angry feelings.
This can help you to ____ understand your anger.
Questions to Ask Yourself
How often do I ____ angry?
What situations make me feel the ____ intense anger?
Is my anger directed at ____ or anything in particular?
Do I focus on the causes of my anger ____ of solutions?
Can I control my emotions when I get ____?
How do I react and behave ____ I get angry?
First Aid to Calm Yourself Down
You need to learn how to deal with ____ in a socially appropriate way.
Remember: anger is a feeling, but ____ is a choice.
The first step is recognizing the physical signs of ____.
It is possible to recognize ____ signs in advance.
They include an ____ heart rate, a flushed face, and the clenching of your fists.
When these things happen, take action to ____ your anger.
For example, you could try taking a break to organize your thoughts or ending a conversation before it gets ____ intense.
Finding Proper Coping Skills
In some cases, the strategies mentioned above may not be enough, so you may need to ____ proper coping skills for your personal situation.
Without the right coping skills, you may ____ yourself becoming verbally or even physically aggressive.
Explore various strategies to discover what is best for you, such as taking a walk, drawing a picture, or writing down ____ that come to your mind.
____ can also try to find possible solutions to a problem and then compare the advantages and disadvantages of each one.
By developing problem-solving skills, you will learn that there are many ways to solve a problem without ____ angry.
Anger is an emotion that we all ____.
By managing your anger properly, you can be the boss of your feelings, not the other ____ around.
This is an important step in finding your true ____ and taking control of your life.