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Handout 2.7.1
InducingPositiveEmotions,cont’d
Notes
When we have positive thoughts, our body releases “happy hormones,” which include:
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Name at least three beneficial effects of inducing positive emotions.
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2) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
3) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
What is the meaning of the Dipper and the Bucket?
Name at least three healthy ways you can induce positive emotions in your life.
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2) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________
3) __________________________________________________________________________________________________
GuidedImageryActivityQuestions
Who did you think of for the guided-imagery activity?
Name at least three things you appreciate about that person.
Write about three special memories you have with that person.
WriteaGratitudeLetter
On a separate piece of paper (stationery, if you have it), write a letter to the person you imagined in the Guid-
ed-Imagery Activity. Tell him/her why you are grateful and share special memories you have of your time to-
gether. Use your answers on the handout as a guide.
Reection/Application
Share your gratitude letter with that person by either reading it aloud in person or over the phone (if you
cannot meet in person). If that person is no longer alive, share your letter with someone you know who also
appreciat-ed that person. How did it feel to share your gratitude letter with the person?
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