What are thought records?

A thought record is like a diary where you write down your feelings and thoughts so you can understand them better.

Imagine you're playing with your favorite toy, and suddenly you feel really sad. You don't know why, maybe someone took your toy, or you lost the game. A thought record helps you figure out what happened by asking simple questions: What did I think? How did I feel? Was there something that made me feel this way?

Think of a thought record like a superhero’s helper, it gives you clues to solve the mystery of your feelings. When you write down what happened, how you felt, and what you thought, it's like putting together pieces of a puzzle.

For example:

• What happened? Your friend didn’t share their snack.
• How did I feel? Sad and upset.
• What did I think? Maybe I thought my friend didn't like me anymore.

By writing these down, you can see patterns, and maybe even find a way to make things better next time. It's like having a secret tool that helps you understand your feelings and grow stronger.