Coping Skills
Name a coping skill you use..
walking, art, movies, TV show, showers, spending time in nature etc.
"I feel stupid because I made a mistake."
Mistakes happen, I can learn from this and do better next time.
Don't ignore the good.
Where do I start...?
Call a friend, discuss thoughts/emotions, make a game plan.
CBT stands for...
What is cognitive behavioral therapy
T or F
Self-Care should be a priority and a habit.
TRUE. take time for yourself daily and often.
"My day is terrible, life is terrible"
Today sucks BUT tomorrow can be better.
Name of friend, family, significant other, etc. Someone safe.
3 Parts of CBT
What is thoughts, emotions, behaviors
What does mindfulness look like?
yoga, meditation, breathing exercises, prayer, etc.
"I should always be happy."
Should Statement: believing things have to be a certain way
"Being happy is good, but it's not realistic all the time."
Should I reach out to my therapist?
ABSOLUTELY. Especially if you need one sooner, we are here for you and will do what we can.
Irrational thought reframe:
"I can't ask for help, they'll think I'm dumb or weak."
We cannot do everything on our own... having people to lean on is good.
Expressive Coping Skills
journal, art activity, color
"People are looking at me, they probably don't like how I look today."
Mind Reading: Maybe the person loves your hair, thinks your beautiful, loves your outfit.
Short version of Crisis Line Number
9-8-8
Name some emotions..
happy, angry, neutral, sad, excited, etc.
DAILY, easy, coping skills
shower, read, talk to a friend
"I don't think I look good in any outfit today, I am so ugly."
Feeling as Facts: feelings and thoughts are different
The Crisis Line Number
What is 1-800-888-6161?
OR
Text "hope" to 741741
behaviors: good vs bad
screaming VS walking away
crying alone, isolation VS asking for help, calling a friend