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