Lesson 1 Getting to Know Yourself
Don’t Let Anger Be Your Boss
Do you ever find ____ 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 ____ 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, ____ your brain is still growing.
In your brain, there is a part that is ____ for solving problems and controlling your emotions.
In your teen years, this part is still ____ development.
The changes in your brain lead you toward ____ social engagement, and creativity.
At the same time, however, you may feel confused about who you ____
You may ____ be more sensitive to unfairness.
Furthermore, your ____ is flowing with hormones.
____ significantly affects your mood.
The combination ____ these factors intensifies your strong emotions.
Getting to Know Your Anger
It is natural to feel angry ____ time to time; it doesn’t mean there is something wrong with you.
Anger can sometimes be a useful ____
For example, an angry ____ open conversation can resolve a conflict between friends.
The important thing is to manage your ____ so that it does not turn into aggressive or violent behavior.
This does not mean ____ you should stop yourself from feeling angry.
Rather, you should express ____ in a productive way.
Ask ____ some questions about your angry feelings.
This ____ help you to better understand your anger.
Questions to Ask Yourself
How often do I ____ angry?
What situations make me feel the most ____ anger?
Is my anger ____ at anyone or anything in particular?
Do I focus on the causes of ____ anger instead of solutions?
Can I control my emotions when I ____ angry?
How do I react and behave when I ____ angry?
First Aid to Calm Yourself Down
You need to learn how to deal with anger in a socially ____ way.
Remember: anger is a feeling, but ____ is a choice.
The first step ____ recognizing the physical signs of anger.
It is possible to ____ those signs in advance.
They include an increased ____ rate, a flushed face, and the clenching of your fists.
When ____ things happen, take action to reduce your 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 ____ cases, the strategies mentioned above may not be enough,
so ____ may need to find proper coping skills for your personal situation.
Without the right ____ skills, you may find yourself becoming verbally or even physically aggressive.
Explore various strategies to discover what is best for you, such as taking a walk, drawing a ____ 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 ____ without getting angry.
Anger is an ____ that we all experience.
By managing your anger properly, you can ____ the boss of your feelings, not the other way around.
This is an important ____ in finding your true self and taking control of your life.