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Food Moods (Emotional Check-In)

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Food Moods (Emotional Check-In)

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  • Age level
    Grades K-2
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    Ages 6-9
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  • Group size
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    5
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    25
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Instructions
  • Ask youth to form a circle.
  • Say, “It’s important to know that it is OK to feel how you are feeling. Everyone goes through lots of emotions every single day. It’s normal to feel sad, excited, angry, calm or nervous every day, even multiple times a day.
  • Ask youth to say their name and list their favorite food. This could include a special dish that is made by their family, a meal at their favorite restaurant, or just their favorite type of food.
  • Say, “Think about how you’re feeling today. Then, think about what kind of food this is most like. For example, are you feeling like spaghetti noodles because you’re feeling a bit sad and droopy? Or are you feeling like popcorn because you’re bursting with energy?”
  • Give youth 15 seconds to think about their food mood.
  • Ask youth to go around the room and share their food moods with the large group.
  • Summarize by saying, “Talking about your emotions is a way to help your brain slow down and understand how you’re feeling. This is important and helpful to do, especially when you are feeling a strong emotion and choosing how to react.” 

 

Facilitator Note: Follow up with any youth who are feeling dysregulated (mad, sad, scared, or worried) to ensure their emotional safety.  Provide them with an empathetic listening ear and space to self-regulate. 

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