A story from Emotion Engine
Jasper: big feelings after a father's sudden illness
Jasper's father had a medical incident and is now unable to care for himself. He was previously independent and not only took care of himself, but also participated in taking care of Jasper. Jasper has not talked about how he feels since this happened.
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Name what Jasper is feeling, rate how strong it is, then choose the best way for Jasper to cope.
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About Emotion Engine
Naming what a character is feeling, rating how strong it is, and choosing a coping strategy before the feeling boils over.
Helpful for: big reactions, trouble naming feelings, anger, anxiety, catching early warning signs. More in the glossary
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