Name Your Emotions
Waypoint Message
When emotions get big, they can take over. But naming what you’re feeling, like “I feel anxious” or “I feel overwhelmed”, helps your brain calm down. Brain Science calls this “name it to tame it.” Labeling emotions brings them into the light so you can deal with them more clearly and kindly. Remember, you are not your
Success Strategies
1. Color Your Feelings
Assign a color to your current emotion. For example: red for anger, blue for sadness, yellow for joy. Ask, “What color am I today?” and explore why.
2. I-Feel Sentence Starter
Try this out loud or in writing: “Right now, I feel ______ because ______.”
3. Emotion Check Timer
Set a daily reminder to pause and ask yourself, “What am I feeling right now?” No fixing—just noticing
Shift your thinking:
Use the shift cards below to reframe your outlook on the day.
Connection Matters:
Use the connection cards below to start a conversation with the people around you.