📖Social story
When I feel embarrassed
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Sometimes I feel embarrassed.
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My body might feel different when this happens.
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That's okay — all feelings are okay.
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I can take a slow breath and ask for help.
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The feeling will get smaller. I am safe.
← All feelings
😳
Embarrassed
Pink-cheeks, hide-your-face feeling
💭What this feeling is
Embarrassed is when we feel everyone is looking and we wish we could disappear. It passes!
🧍Body sensations
- 👉Hot cheeks
- 👉Looking down
- 👉Wanting to hide
- 👉Small voice
🎯Common triggers
Making a mistakeBeing laughed atFalling in front of peopleForgetting something
🌱Healthy coping strategies
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Laugh with it
A small smile helps the feeling get smaller.
2
Take a sip
Sip water and take a slow breath.
3
Tell yourself kindly
'Everyone makes mistakes. I'm okay.'
🎲Interactive activities
📺Videos
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Understanding Embarrassed
GoNoodle
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Calm down with Embarrassed
Cosmic Kids
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Embarrassed song
Sesame Street
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📚Books
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The Color Monster
by Anna Llenas
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In My Heart: A Book of Feelings
by Jo Witek
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Today I Feel Silly
by Jamie Lee Curtis
📝Printable worksheets
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