Everyone gets angry sometimes, but having a hot temper isn't cool. We can't take our anger out on other people when we are mad. It's important to remember to take control of our anger level. This cool down keychain from Camp Mariposa San Diego can be a reminder for different ways to cool down when we feel angry.
Activity: Colorful Target
Author: Custom Resource by the Eluna Team
Objective: During your grief journey, you might have experiences, feelings, and fears that are difficult. This physical activity is a great way to share and connect with others about the harder parts of your grief journey.
Supplies:
- Large sheets of tracing paper
- Washable markers
- Duct Tape
- Tubs for water
- Sponge bombs (any kind of sponge cut into strips and tied together like a star (see photo)
Instructions:
- On large sheets of tracing paper, using the markers, write or draw pictures and symbols that represent things that have been difficult for you on your grief journey.
- Tape the tracing paper to a tree or an exterior wall (one that is ok to get wet!)
- Soak your sponge bombs in water and begin throwing.
Additional Ideas: Take a moment when you're done to talk about what it was like to watch your words & drawings wash away and how you can continue supporting each other.