Lesson Plan
Trigger Puzzle Plan
Students will identify personal behavior triggers, map associated emotions, and develop proactive coping steps by assembling a visual puzzle of triggers, feelings, and strategies.
Helps students recognize cause-and-effect of emotions, building self-awareness and empowering them with proactive tools to manage behavior in real situations.
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Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction to Triggers
5 minutes
Step 2
Identifying Personal Triggers
8 minutes
Step 3
Mapping Emotions
7 minutes
Step 4
Brainstorming Coping Strategies
7 minutes
Step 5
Assembling the Puzzle
6 minutes
Step 6
Reflection and Next Steps
2 minutes

Slide Deck
The Trigger Puzzle
What Is a Trigger?
Common Triggers
Identify Your Triggers
How Do Triggers Make You Feel?
Coping Strategies
Puzzle Pieces Activity
Putting It All Together

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