1. “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart” 1. What are Emotions? 2. What are Defense Mechanisms?

3. Emotions The strong, immediate reactions that you feel in response to an experience. There are emotions in everything you do!

4. Emotions are Powerful Can make you sick Can affect sleep Can affect eating Can help you heal

5. The Five Major Emotions Strong affection or deep concern for another person

6. Anger: A strong feeling of displeasure

7. Fear: A scared feeling

8. Grief: A deep sorrow that is caused by the loss of someone or something that you cannot get back.

9. The Five Major Emotions A feeling of having done something wrong.

10. Defense Mechanisms An unconscious thought or behavior used to avoid experiencing unpleasant emotions. Coping strategies to make you feel better and allow one to get through a tough time. If the problem is ignored the more problematic it will become – therefore it can be dangerous to rely on defense mechanisms too often!