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