Emotions & Feelings
Name 2 emotions that feel uncomfortable but are totally normal to have
Anger, jelousy, sadness, frustration, or anxiety
Name one coping skill you can do in less than 1 minute.
deep breathing, counting to 10, drinking water, stepping outside
Name one thing that stresses you and your peers out the most
anything!
Myth or Fact: self-care is always relaxing and fun.
Myth! Sometimes it's hard, like going to bed on time
Your friend texts you saying she's having the worst day ever. What do you do first?
ask what she needs, listen before giving advice
True or False: You can feel two opposite emotions at the same time.
True! Like feeling excited AND nervous
What's the difference between a healthy coping skill and an unhealthy one?
Healthy helps you feel better long-term. Unhealthy might feel good short-term but makes things worse
What is a body scan and how does it help with releaving stress?
checking in with each body part to notice where you're holding tension
Myth or Fact: you have to spend money to practice self-care.
Myth! Sleep, water, movement, and connection are free
You've been feeling sad for two weeks straight. What's one step you could take?
reach out to a parent, counselor, or trusted adult
What does it mean to "sit with" a feeling?
Letting yourself feel it without immediately trying to fix it
Name a coping skill for your body, one for your mind, and one for your feeling
exercise, journaling, talking to someone
Explain the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique
5 things you see, 4 touch, 3 hear, 2 smell, 1 taste
Myth or Fact: asking for help is a sign of weakness.
Myth! It's actually a sign of strength
You're about to blow up at someone. Name 2 things you do before responding
breathe, count to 10, walk away, think first
Name one healthy thing to do when you feel really overwhelmed.
deep breathing, journaling, talking to someone, music
Why is it important to have MORE than one coping skill?
because not every skill works in every situation- you need options!
What's the difference between good stress and bad stress?
Good stress motivates you. Bad stress drains you over time
Myth or Fact: scrolling on your phone counts as rest.
Myth! It keeps your brain stimulated and can increase anxiety
You keep saying yes to everyone but feel exhausted. What skill do you need?
setting boundaries!
What's the difference between venting and asking for advice?
Venting = wanting to be heard. Advice = wanting solutions
Your coping skill isn't working and you're still really upset. What do you do next?
try a different skill, reach out to someone, give yourself grace that it's okay to still feel bad
You have 5 minutes before a test and you're freaking out. What do you do?
Any coping strategies
Someone says "I don't have time for self-care." What do you say back?
any thoughtful answers count!
Design your perfect 30-minute self-care routine. What's in it and why?
no wrong answers!