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Emotional Triggers Plan

Understand and identify personal emotional triggers and their impact on responses.

This lesson helps students gain self-awareness and emotional regulation skills, improving mental health.

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20 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Emotional Triggers

5 minutes

Step 2

Identifying Personal Triggers

10 minutes

Step 3

Trigger Talk Discussion

10 minutes

Step 4

Quick Reflection

5 minutes

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What Are Emotional Triggers?

Introduce the topic of emotional triggers. Explain that these are events or situations that can cause an emotional reaction. Emphasize the importance of understanding these triggers to manage emotions better.

Common Types of Triggers

Discuss common types of emotional triggers. These can include specific words, situations, or memories. Encourage students to think about what might trigger their emotions.

Identifying Personal Triggers

Guide students through identifying their personal triggers. Use examples to illustrate how different people can have different triggers.

Managing Emotional Responses

Introduce strategies for managing emotional responses to triggers. Explain that these strategies can help maintain emotional balance.

Reflection and Next Steps

Conclude the lesson by encouraging students to reflect on what they've learned. Ask them to write down one strategy they will use to manage their triggers.

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Understanding Emotional Triggers

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