Anger Iceberg Activity Sheet

The "Anger Iceberg" is a metaphorical representation that helps individuals explore the underlying causes of their anger. Just as an iceberg only shows a small portion above the waterline while the majority is hidden beneath, the anger iceberg illustrates that visible expressions of anger are often just the tip of the emotional iceberg. This activity can be used to guide students into identifying and exploring various emotions related to their anger by identifying anger as a secondary emotion.

Incorporating the "Anger Iceberg" activity into Social and Emotional Learning programs can be beneficial in several ways:

1. Understanding Root Causes: The worksheet encourages individuals to dig deeper into the underlying causes of their anger. This self-awareness can help educators and students alike understand the root issues that contribute to anger, fostering empathy and providing a foundation for addressing those issues constructively.
2. Communication Skills: By using the worksheet, individuals can develop better communication skills. It helps them articulate their emotions, allowing educators to gain insights into their students' emotional states and fostering a supportive environment for open dialogue.
3. Emotion Regulation: Recognizing the different layers of the anger iceberg facilitates the development of emotion regulation skills. Educators can guide students in identifying triggers and coping mechanisms, promoting healthier ways to deal with and express their emotions.
4. Conflict Resolution: Understanding the underlying causes of anger is crucial for effective conflict resolution. This activity can be a building block for educators to teach students how to address and resolve conflicts in a constructive manner, promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment

Directions: Students will be able to fill in the top of their iceberg with visual cues and/or warning signs of their anger. Then, diving deep, and exploring what emotions came before their anger and filling those in on the bottom portion of the iceberg. Ex: embarrassment, betrayal, disappointment, etc.