Chapter Five: Lesson 3 Page 153 Your Emotions

What Are Emotions? Your emotions affect all sides of your health triangle. emotions Feelings such as love, joy, or fear

What Are Emotions? Mood swings happen mainly because of physical changes in the body, such as hormone levels, worries over the future, and concerns over a relationship. mood swings Frequent changes in emotional state Mood swings are a normal part of growing up.

What Are Emotions? The way you manage your emotions affects your mental and emotional health. Emotions are not positive or negative. It’s how you deal with them that matters.

Types of Emotions HappinessSadnessAngerGrief Denial Anger Bargaining Depression Acceptance Fear

Managing Your Emotions in Healthful Ways When dealing with anger, take time to cool down and think. To cope with sadness, try writing in a journal or listening to music. Try physical activity to help you focus your energy. If you are angry about a situation you can’t change, talk to a trusted adult. Think about positive feelings while you breathe deeply with your eyes closed.