Definitions
What is a coping skill ?
Behaviors and thoughts used to manage stress and regulate emotions during challenging situations.
Name 3 Healthy Coping Skills
Reading
Journaling
Listening to Music
Exercising
Meditation
Coping skills are used to avoid problems in our lives
FALSE !!
Coping skills help us work through our problems in healthy ways.
Myth or fact..
Ignoring your emotions will make them go away.
Myth!! Ignoring the problem may increase emotional reactivity (discuss urge surfing).
What emotions are the primary emotions?
Joy (happiness)
Sadness
Anger
Disgust
Fear
Suprise
Define "healthy coping skills"
Coping skills that are not harmful to you or others.
Name 3 Unhealthy Coping Skills
Harming others or yourself
Substance abuse
Avoiding help/denying that you need help
Bottling up feelings
Procrastination
FALSE !!
All coping skills are learned throughout our entire lives.
Myth or Fact...
People who ask for help are courageous.
Fact!!
Asking for help and being vulnerable helps us overcome difficult situations with the support from others and strengthen our relationships.
What for states touch in the southwest corner of CO?
CO, AZ, NM, UT
Define "unhealthy coping skills"
Coping skills that are harmful to you or others & that keep you from addressing your needs effectively.
What are examples of distraction coping skills ?
Playing a game
Watching TV
Taking a walk
Reading
Exercising
All stressors are within our control.
False!!
Not everything is within our control. Let's talk about a few things within and out of our control.
Myth of fact..
Effective coping skills work instantly and don't require practice in order to see the benefits
Myth!!
Coping skills can take time and hard work to be effective.
What's the chemical symbol for Gold?
Au
Which of the coping skills below are unhealthy?
Taking a walk; Ignoring the problem; Exercising; Talking to a trusted friend; Yelling at someone; Scrolling on social media; Using substances
Ignoring the problem; Yelling at someone; Scrolling on social media; Using substances
What are examples of self-soothing coping skills ?
Taking a bath/shower
Listening to music
Fidgets/Stress balls
Coloring/Painting
Playing an instrument/Singing
Unhealthy coping skills are still coping skills.
TRUE !!
It is important to separate what is healthy from what isn't to make sure we are making the most use of healthy coping skills.
Myth or fact...
Most coping skills are done alone
Myth!!
Some coping skills can be done alone, but many can also be done with a freind or familly member. What are a few examples?
How many bones are in the adult human body?
206
What are the 3 main functions of a coping skill ?
1. Manage Stress
2. Regulate Emotions
3. Overcome Challenges
What are examples of emotional awareness coping skills ?
Journaling
Talking to a trusted friend or adult
Mindfulness
Art/Music
Changing perspective/thoughts
We can get better at coping skills if we practice.
TRUE !!
With time and practice, we will always see improvement, even if it doesn't seem like much. Progress > Perfection.
Myth or fact...
Some coping skills are not as affective for certain individuals than others.
Fact !!
Coping skills are unique to everyone; some work better for others. Get to know yourself and be honest.
What's the only mammal that can truly fly?
The bat — and no, flying squirrels don’t count, they just glide.