Lesson 1 Getting to Know Yourself
Don’t Let Anger Be Your Boss
Do you ever find yourself ____ feeling angry?
____ moment you’re fine, and the next moment you’re slamming doors or rolling your eyes at your parents.
Some people may think you just have a bad attitude or are ____ too upset about a small problem.
However, these feelings don’t simply come ____ stress about everyday life.
Where does adolescent anger come from?
As a teen, ____ may feel like an adult, but your brain is still growing.
In your brain, there is a ____ that is responsible for solving problems and controlling your emotions.
In your teen years, this ____ is still in development.
The changes in your brain lead ____ toward independence, social engagement, and creativity.
At the same time, however, you may feel confused ____ who you are.
You may also be more ____ to unfairness.
____, your body is flowing with hormones.
This ____ affects your mood.
The combination of these ____ 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.
____ can sometimes be a useful tool.
For example, an angry but open conversation can ____ a conflict between friends.
The important thing is to manage your anger so that it does not turn into ____ or violent behavior.
This does not mean that you ____ stop yourself from feeling angry.
Rather, you should express it in a productive ____.
Ask yourself some questions ____ your angry feelings.
This can help you to better understand your ____.
Questions to Ask Yourself
How often do I feel ____?
What situations make me feel the ____ intense anger?
Is my anger directed at anyone or ____ in particular?
Do I ____ on the causes of my anger instead of solutions?
____ I control my emotions when I get angry?
How do I ____ and behave when I get angry?
First Aid to Calm Yourself Down
You need to learn ____ to deal with anger in a socially appropriate way.
Remember: anger is a feeling, but behavior is a ____.
The first step is recognizing the physical ____ of anger.
It is possible to recognize ____ signs in advance.
They include an increased heart rate, a flushed face, and the ____ of your fists.
When ____ things happen, take action to reduce your anger.
For example, ____ 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 ____ mentioned above may not be enough,
so you may need to find ____ 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 problem and then compare the advantages and disadvantages of each ____.
By developing problem-solving skills, you ____ learn that there are many ways to solve a problem without getting angry.
____ is an emotion that we all experience.
By managing your anger properly, you can be the boss of your feelings, not the other way ____.
This is an important step in finding your ____ self and taking control of your life.