Decode Teen Emotions: Episode 2: The Soccer Game Snap

Decode Teen Emotions | Episode 2: The Soccer Game Snap — When Anger Gets Loud Ever said something in anger and immediately thought, "Why did I just do that?" You're not alone. In this episode, host Chris and teen guest Peyton get real about those moments when anger takes over — the snaps, the text spirals, the blowups that seem to come out of nowhere. With expert Susan breaking down the science, we unpack why anger is rarely just anger, and what's really going on underneath. We cover: Why your brain "hijacks" you before you can think How to identify the real emotions hiding behind anger (hint: it's usually fear, shame, or feeling left out) A step-by-step Emotional Check-In you can use before a tough conversation, a test, or a stressful social situation How teen hormones make all of this louder — and why that doesn't make you "too much" 🎯 Free Worksheet — Episode 2 Stress & Anger Checklist Follow along with the episode using the free downloadable worksheet! It walks you through the same Emotional Check-In Chris and Peyton use in real time — so you can map your own triggers, body signals, and patterns.  Decode Teen Emotions: Worksheet Episode 2 Whether you're a teen who's ever exploded over something that felt bigger than it looked, or a parent trying to understand what's going on, this episode gives you real tools — not just "calm down." Inspired by Anger Management for Teens: Mad to Calm by Agnes Blake