Support
This three-digit you can call if you are experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis with crisis support
988
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Taking slow breaths when you notice your body getting tense is an example of this
Deep Breathing
Your heart is racing before an important appointment and your mind keeps thinking about what could go wrong. What emotion might you be feeling
anxiety, nervousness, or worry
creating something without worrying whether it looks “good” can help us practice this
Self-expression, Creativity, or Sitting in discomfort
(the process can matter more than the finished product)
This means paying attention to what is happening right now instead of getting stuck in the past or future
mindfulness
True or False: You have to be actively suicidal to contact 988
FALSE
988 helps support people experiencing emotional distress, mental health concerns, or substance-use-related crises.
Name one coping skill that uses your body instead of only your thoughts
walking, stretching, dancing, exercise, progressive muscle relaxation, or movement
(Any safe body-based coping skill counts)
Someone crosses a boundary and you notice clenched muscles, heat, and irritation. What emotion might be showing up
anger or frustration
Anger can sometimes give us information about a need or boundary
This art approach focuses on staying curious and engaged with creating rather than judging the final product
Mindful art making or process-focused art
his is the ability to recover and keep going after something difficult happens.
resilience
Name two ways someone can reach 988
Call, text, or online chat
This grounding skill asks you to notice things you can see, feel, hear, smell, and taste
5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique
You find out something you were worried about turned out okay and your body finally relaxes. What feeling might this be
relief
These tiny colorful plastic pieces are arranged on a pegboard to create a design before being melted together.
What are fuse beads
True or false: Mental health is something everyone has, not only people with a diagnosis
true
True or false: You can contact 988 when you are worried about someone else
TRUE
988 can also provide support and resources when you are concerned about another person.
Music, coloring, crafting, games, journaling, and taking a walk can all fit under this broad wellness category
Healthy coping skills or leisure coping skills
(Will accept Recreational Therapy too)
True or false: Two opposite feelings can exist at the same time
TRUE
This art material uses paint that becomes transparent and flows when mixed with water
What is watercolor
his means treating yourself with the same patience and kindness you might give a friend who is struggling
Self Compassion
A friend tells you, “I am really struggling and I do not feel safe being alone.” Name one supportive next step
Stay connected, listen without judgment, involve appropriate support or contact 988 together
CHALLENGE: team has 30 seconds to name 5 healthy coping skills
Examples: music, breathing, art, grounding, walking, talking to someone, journaling, stretching, games, mindfulness, or taking a break
CHALLENGE: Name five emotions without using (happy, sad, mad, or scared)
Examples: frustrated, lonely, hopeful, overwhelmed, peaceful, disappointed, embarrassed, proud, irritated, grateful, anxious, excited.
In this game, players carefully remove wooden blocks from a tower and try not to make it fall
Jenga
Name three things that can support your overall mental health
Examples: sleep, movement, social support, coping skills, hobbies, therapy, medication when prescribed, nutrition, boundaries, relaxation, or meaningful activities