Emotional Quadrants
Goal
play with range of emotions
as coaching debrief tool - explore range of emotions in the group
Instructions
As scene game
Divide the scene in 4 quadrants, and allocate 4 different emotions to each quadrant. ie Mad, Sad, Glad, Afraid
Players improvise a scene, but need to take on the emotion of the quadrant they are in. Encourage players to move about, in order to force changes of emotions. Don`t forget to justify emotion changes.
Warm-up Version
Have people walk around the quadrants and ring bell (or stop music) and then have them act out that emotion.
http://www.bbbpress.com/2018/07/drama-game-emotional-quadrants/
Coaching
Use these categories to debrief how a project went and the feelings people have
https://www.retrium.com/resources/techniques/mad-sad-glad
Author
I lead a team that helps multi-stakeholder groups tackle high-stakes, complex work with clarity and connection. We design and guide strategic planning sessions, workshops, retreats, and conferences where people think well together, make sound decisions, and take coordinated action. Our team is trained in improvisational theater, and as active members of the International Applied Improvisation Network, we bring adaptable, creative methods that build trust, surface essential perspectives, and keep momentum strong. We also share what we know, offering facilitator training that blends inclusive process design with the flexibility and presence of improv.
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