People are excited by different things. Some things that you might find exciting and fun might be overwhelming and scary to others.
When you have a big project to do and are not sure where to start, you might be overwhelmed. Being overwhelmed can be an uncomfortable feeling, and when you are overwhelmed it is hard for you to do your best. It can be difficult to pick just one thing to start with.
Being excited can be fun and feel good. When you are about to do something really fun, and you get a burst of energy in your body, you are excited. Can you think of a time when you were so excited that you couldn’t stand it? Have you ever been so excited that it felt like you couldn’t control your body? Excitement can be a fun feeling, but it can also be overwhelming.A DBT-Based Skills Workbook to Help Children Manage Mood Swings, Control Angry Outbursts, and Get Along with Others