Healthy Coping Skills
Name 3 healthy coping skills.
- Read a Book, Writing/Drawing/Painting, Listening to Music, Spending Time with Friends/Family, Go for a Walk, Deep Breathing, Meditation
Name one example of an unhealthy coping skill.
Avoiding Help, Yelling at others, Harming others or yourself, Numbing with substances
Which of the following is a benefit of using healthy coping skills?
a.) reduces stress b.) allows us to have healthy relationships c.) allows us to have a healthy mind and body d.) all of the above
d.) all of the above
True or False: Talking to others about problems in our lives is a healthy coping skill.
TRUE! Talking to others allows us to share our emotions and problems so that we do not have to go through them alone.
List two ways to care for yourself physically.
healthy eating, good sleep schedule, exercise, drinking water, showering/bathing, getting in the sun
Who can you talk to when feeling strong emotions
A trusted adult such as teacher, parent, grandma,grandpa
Healthy coping skills help us:
a.) Deal with stressors in our lives b.) Work through our emotions and problems c.) Process our thoughts and emotions d.) All of the above
d.) All of the above
Using healthy coping skills allow us to take a minute and process what is happening with our emotions, stressors, thoughts, and problems.
Which of the coping skills below are unhealthy:
Getting Fresh Air, Talking to a Trusted Friend/Adult, Destroying Property, Exercising, Playing Sports, Taking Feelings Out on Others, Yelling at someone you don't like
Destroying property
Taking feelings out on others
Yelling
What is one benefit that a person can experience from using healthy coping skills
Feeling more relaxed, Having a clear mind to help solve your problems, Creating healthy relationships with others, Being able to think about your response to a situation
True or False: Every coping skill is healthy
FALSE! Some ways that we learn to cope are not healthy for us! (ex: fighting, avoiding/ignoring problems, numbing, turning to unhealthy substances, etc.)
Why is self love important?
loving yourself leads to better self esteem, more relationship satisfaction, better coping skills, lowers anxiety and stress, builds self esteem and resilience, motivations for change, motivation for healthier choices in life
What would you say to a friend who looks upset?
Answer .....
What is one healthy coping skill people can use when feeling lonely and isolated?
Pursue a hobby, read a good book, listen to music, connect with nature. It can also help to find ways to feel less lonely by reaching out to a loved one, engaging with others, or sharing how you feel with someone you trust.
Name an emotion that can lead people to engage in unhealthy coping skills?
Anger, Sadness, Anxiety, Jealousy, Depression, Guilt
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using healthy coping skills?
a.) allow us to create better relationships b.) they increase stress c.)allow us to have a healthy mind and body d.) all the above
B
Using healthy coping skills allows us to reduce stress
True or False: Coping skills are used to avoid problems in our lives.
FALSE! Coping skills help us work through our problems and emotions. You do not want to avoid these! Avoiding is considered an unhealthy coping skill.
Is positive self talk a way to show yourself love?
Yes
You are having a bad morning before school, what coping skills would you use?
Taking deep breaths, Talking to parents, Eating a good breakfast, Talking to teacher in school, Go to a quiet place
What are clues to know when it's time to use my healthy coping skills?
When you start to feel like you are losing control of your behavior or your emotions
True or False?
All stress is out of your control.
False
When does a healthy coping skill become unhealthy?
When it is done excessively and in a unhealthy way.
When it negatively affects your life
True or False: Coping skills help you focus on the important things in your life.
TRUE! When we can cope with problems in our lives, it is easier to focus on everything else that is important to us
Tell me one positive affirmation
ANY
You see a kid being bullied in school, what do you do?
When seeing someone being bullied you should tell a teacher right away
What are some of the coping skills you are currently using?
ANY
What is an example of an unhealthy coping skill?
Avoiding issues, sleeping too much, drug or alcohol use, impulsivity, over/under eating
Who can benefit from using coping skills? AND when should they be used?
EVERYONE ALL THE TIME
True or False: Coping skills are not important to your well-being.
FALSE! Coping skills create a sense of calmness, confidence, and inner-peace. They are important for your overall health
When is practicing self care important?
Every single day!!!
You and your friend are having an argument, what can you do to resolve the problem?
Both of the friends can sit down and talk, make a compromise, talk to trusted adult, say sorry