- Select an emotion from the provided list (e.g., Happy, Worried, Angry, Sad, etc.) or write in another under "Other".
- In the "Thoughts" box, write down the specific thoughts that typically come to mind when experiencing the selected emotion.
- In the "Feelings" box, describe the physical sensations or bodily locations where you feel this emotion (e.g., tight chest, knots in stomach, tingling hands).
- In the "Actions" box, note the behaviors or reactions you tend to have when feeling this emotion (e.g., withdrawing, shouting, pacing, avoiding).
- In the "Coping Skills" section at the bottom, list practical strategies you can use to manage or reduce the intensity of stressful emotions (e.g., deep breathing, talking to a trusted person, taking a walk, drawing, counting to ten).
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of cognitive behavioral therapy worksheet for children.
