Understanding the Zones of Regulation

What are some feelings associated with the Yellow Zone?

• Calmness

• Excitement

• Frustration, anxiety, stress

• Happiness

How can you tell when you are in the Green Zone?

• You feel anxious and distracted.

• You are overwhelmed with tasks.

• You experience high levels of stress.

• You can tell you are in the Green Zone by feeling calm and focused.

What is one strategy to help when you are in the Red Zone?

• Engage in a heated argument

• Take deep breaths to calm yourself.

• Ignore your feelings and push through

• Avoid any form of relaxation techniques

Name an activity that can help you move from the Yellow Zone to the Green Zone.

• Deep breathing exercises

• Scrolling through social media

• Eating junk food

• Watching TV

What are some signs that you are feeling overwhelmed?

• Heightened focus

• Signs of feeling overwhelmed include anxiety, irritability, difficulty concentrating, fatigue, and changes in sleep patterns.

• Increased appetite

• Feeling energetic

How can physical activity help regulate emotions in P.E.?

• Physical activity increases anxiety levels and stress.

• Physical activity helps regulate emotions by boosting mood-enhancing chemicals and providing an outlet for stress.

• Physical activity has no impact on emotional regulation.

• Physical activity only benefits physical health, not emotions.

What is a calming technique you can use when in the Red Zone?

• Drinking coffee

• Counting to ten

• Listening to loud music

• Deep breathing technique

How can you support a friend who is in the Blue Zone?

• Tell them to just get over it

• Avoid spending time with them altogether

• Ignore their feelings and change the subject

• Listen, offer support, encourage conversation, and engage in positive activities together.

What does it feel like to be in the Green Zone?

• It feels uncomfortable and tense.

• It feels isolated and lonely.

• It feels safe, calm, and secure.

• It feels chaotic and unpredictable.

What are some ways to express excitement in the Yellow Zone?

• Ways to express excitement in the Yellow Zone include enthusiastic language, energetic body language, sharing positive stories, and using exclamatory phrases.

• Using dull language

• Avoiding eye contact

• Telling negative stories