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Emotional Compass Guide

Students will accurately label at least five nuanced emotions on a mood meter and match each to a physical cue to strengthen self-awareness and emotional regulation.

Understanding and naming emotions helps students navigate stress, communicate clearly, and build healthier relationships by connecting feelings to physical signals.

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5 minutes

Step 1

Engage: Emotion Charades

5 minutes

Step 2

Teach: Mood Meter & Body Signals

7 minutes

Step 3

Practice: Color-Code Emotions Worksheet

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflect: Partner Debrief on Triggers

5 minutes

Step 5

Close: Personal Emotion Compass Exit Slip

3 minutes

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The Mood Meter

Mood Meter Quadrants

Examples of Nuanced Emotions

Interoception: Noticing Body Signals

Common Physical Cues

Using the Mood Meter

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Finding Your Emotional Compass

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